F345-USA 1 Cent Benjamin Franklin Blue Postage Stamp Heavy Cancel – Classic US

Title
USA 1 Cent Benjamin Franklin Blue Postage Stamp – Heavy Cancel – Classic US Used
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Category
Stamps > North America > United States > 19th Century
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Condition
Used
Heavy black cancellation ink present on face
Perforations visible but uneven
No gum (as expected for used stamp)
Back shows age toning consistent with period
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Item Specifics
Country/Region: United States
Denomination: 1 Cent
Colour: Blue
Year of Issue: c. 1861–1862 (Franklin issue)
Subject: Benjamin Franklin
Cancellation: Heavy black ink cancel
Grade: Low / Space Filler
Type: Postage Stamp
Authenticity: Original (not a reproduction)
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Price & Valuation (UK Market)
Typical catalogue value (used, poor/heavy cancel): £3 – £6
Collector value mainly as a space filler / reference example
Heavy cancellation significantly reduces value
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Recommended eBay Listing Price
£3.99 Buy It Now
(Encourages quick sale for entry-level collectors)
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Auction Option
Starting Price: £0.99
Duration: 7 days
Auction Type: Standard auction
Best for: Letting collectors decide final value
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Selling Tip
Mention clearly in the description:
> “Heavy cancellation – please review images carefully. Ideal as a space filler for classic US collections.”
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