F486-Switzerland Geneva1950s Museum of Geneva Slogan Cover 5Rp Stamp First Day

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Switzerland Geneva 1950s Museum of Geneva Slogan Cover 5Rp Stamp First Day / Postal History
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Category
Collectables > Stamps > Europe > Switzerland > Covers
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Condition
Used – Very good condition
Clean cream envelope
Clear Geneva circular postmark
Stamp well-centred and intact
Light age toning only, no tears or major creases
(See photos for full condition details)
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Origin: Switzerland
City: Geneva (Genève)
Year of Issue: c. 1950s
Stamp Type: Definitive (5 Rappen)
Postmark Type: Slogan Cancel
Slogan Text: “Visitez le Musée de Genève – un des plus modernes d’Europe”
Theme: Museums, Postal History, Advertising Slogans
Cover Type: Commercial / Promotional Cover
Number of Stamps: 1
Colour: Blue stamp on cream envelope
Authenticity: Original, not a reproduction
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Valuation (UK Market)
Comparable Swiss slogan covers from Geneva typically sell in the £8–£15 range depending on clarity, theme interest, and condition.
Conservative value: £8
Likely retail value: £10–£12
Strong collector appeal value: up to £15
This example benefits from:
Clear slogan cancel
Museum / cultural theme
Good overall presentation
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Recommended eBay Listing Price (£)
Buy It Now (Best Option)
£12.99 Buy It Now
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Auction Option
If you prefer auction:
Starting price: £6.99
Duration: 7 days
Best start time: Sunday evening (UK time)
⚠️ Auction may finish lower (£7–£9) unless two bidders compete.
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Selling Recommendation
👉 Buy It Now with Offers is recommended for this type of mid-range postal history item. Auctions are better suited to rarer or specialist covers.