F462-DDR East Germany 1963 Treblinka Memorial 20pf First Day Cover FDC Berlin P

Title 
DDR East Germany 1963 Treblinka Memorial 20pf First Day Cover FDC Berlin Postmark
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Category
Stamps > Europe > Germany & Colonies > Germany (East) > Covers
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Condition
Used – First Day Cover (FDC)
Good overall condition for age.
• Original envelope with light age toning
• Clear Berlin W8 first day postmark dated 27.8.1963
• Stamp well centred, firmly affixed
• Minor handling marks on reverse (see photos)
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Manufacture: East Germany (DDR / GDR)
Year of Issue: 1963
Stamp Type: Commemorative
Denomination: 20 Pfennig
Theme: Holocaust Memorial / WWII / History
Postmark: Berlin W8 – First Day of Issue
Cover Type: First Day Cover (FDC)
Set: Single stamp
Quality: As pictured
Catalogue Reference: Michel DDR (Treblinka Memorial issue)
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Description (ready to paste)
Original 1963 East German (DDR/GDR) First Day Cover commemorating the Treblinka Memorial (Mahn- und Gedenkstätte).
Issued to mark remembrance of victims of the Treblinka extermination camp.
Features the official Berlin W8 first day cancellation dated 27 August 1963, with matching commemorative cachet and original 20pf stamp.
A historically significant Cold War–era memorial issue, suitable for collectors of DDR, WWII history, Holocaust remembrance, or thematic philately.
You will receive the exact item shown.
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Valuation (UK Market – 2026)
Estimated collector value: £6 – £10
Common DDR FDC, but with strong historical theme which supports steady demand
Value depends mainly on condition and thematic interest rather than rarity
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Recommended eBay Listing Price
Buy It Now (Best Offer ON)
£9.99
Accept offers around £7–£8
Good balance between realism and visibility
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Auction Option
Starting price: £3.99
Duration: 7 days
Expected result: £5–£8
Best if you want a quicker sale
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Postage Recommendation (UK)
Royal Mail 2nd Class Letter: £1.55
International Standard (Large Letter): £3.50–£4.00
Use stiff card backing to protect cover
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