F463-DDR East Germany 1962 First Day Cover FDC Verkehrshochschule Dresden Frie

Title
DDR East Germany 1962 First Day Cover FDC – Verkehrshochschule Dresden Friedrich List
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Category
Stamps > Europe > Germany & Colonies > Germany (East) > Covers
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Condition
Very Good
Clean envelope with light age toning
Clear First Day cancellation dated 3.9.1962
Stamp well-centred and firmly attached
No tears or heavy creasing
(See photos for exact condition)
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Manufacture: East Germany (DDR)
Year of Issue: 1962
Type: First Day Cover (FDC)
Postmark Date: 3 September 1962
Theme: Transport, Education, Engineering
Stamp Subject: Verkehrshochschule Dresden – Friedrich List
Denomination: 25 Pfennig
Quality: Used on FDC
Handmade: No
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Description (for listing body)
Original DDR First Day Cover issued in 1962, featuring the Verkehrshochschule Dresden “Friedrich List”, a historic East German transport and engineering university.
The design shows transport and communications themes including rail, aviation, and radio engineering. Official first day cancellation from Dresden dated 3.9.62.
A nice collectible example of Cold War–era East German philately, ideal for DDR, transport, or educational institution collections.
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💷 Valuation (UK Market)
Typical market value: £3 – £6
DDR FDCs from the 1960s are common but collectible
Value driven mainly by theme and condition rather than rarity
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💰 Recommended eBay Listing Prices
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Starting price: £1.99
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Expected result: £3 – £6 depending on interest
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Postage Suggestion
UK Large Letter: £1.15–£1.55 (card-backed envelope)
Offer combined postage for multiple covers
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