F417-USA ½ Cent Benjamin Franklin Precancel “NEW YORK N.Y.”Stamp with Perforate

Title
USA ½ Cent Benjamin Franklin Precancel “NEW YORK N.Y.” Stamp with Perforated Margin
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Category
Stamps > United States > Precancelled Stamps
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Condition
Used
Genuine used pre-cancel stamp
Clearly legible “NEW YORK N.Y.” precancel
No gum (as expected for used)
Visible aging and light toning
Perforated margin / selvage attached on right and bottom
No tears or repairs observed
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Item Specifics
Country/Region: United States
Year of Issue: c. 1917–1920
Denomination: ½ Cent
Design: Benjamin Franklin
Stamp Type: Definitive
Precancel: NEW YORK, N.Y.
Colour: Orange
Perforation: Yes (including marginal perforations)
Cancellation Type: Precancel
Grade: Ungraded
Certification: Not certified
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Price & Valuation (GBP £)
Estimated Collector Value: £3.00 – £6.00
Precancel stamps are common, but examples with attached perforated margin/selvage are more desirable
Condition and clarity support mid-range value
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Recommended Selling Strategy
✔ Best suited for collectors of US precancels or Franklin issues
✔ Fixed price with Best Offer recommended
✔ Auction only worthwhile if grouped with similar stamps
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Recommended eBay Listing Price
💷 £4.99 Buy It Now
(or £3.99 for quicker sale)
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Auction Option (Alternative)
Start Price: £1.99
Duration: 7 days
Expected Result: £2.50 – £4.00
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