F495-Australia 1979 Fishing in Australia First Day Cover (FDC) –Complete Set –

Title
Australia 1979 Fishing in Australia First Day Cover (FDC) – Complete Set – Melbourne Philatelic Bureau
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Category
Collectables > Stamps > Australasia & Oceania > Australia > Covers > First Day Covers
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Condition
Used – Very Good
Original Australia Post First Day Cover
Complete set of 4 stamps (20c, 35c, 50c, 55c)
Clear Melbourne Philatelic Bureau First Day of Issue postmark dated 24 Oct 1979
Envelope clean with light age toning only (see photos)
No tears, writing, or creases
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Item Specifics
Country/Region: Australia
Year of Issue: 1979
Theme: Fishing / Angling / Outdoor Sports
Stamp Designer: Brian Clinton
Cover Designer: Brian Clinton
Postmark: First Day of Issue – Melbourne
Denomination: Mixed (20c–55c)
Type: First Day Cover (FDC)
Condition Grade: Very Fine (for age)
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💷 Valuation (UK Market)
Estimated value: £4 – £8
Common modern Australian FDC, attractive but widely available
Value supported by:
Complete set
Clean cancellation
Good visual appeal
Not rare but collectible
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💰 Recommended eBay Pricing
Buy It Now (Recommended)
Price: £7.99
Accept Offers: ✔️ Yes
Expect offers around £5–£6
This allows room for negotiation while staying within fair market value.
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Auction Option
Starting Price: £2.99
Duration: 7 days
Best used if:
You have multiple similar FDCs
You want a quick sale
You’re happy with £3–£6 final price
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Postage (UK suggestion)
Royal Mail 2nd Class Large Letter: £1.55 (do not overcharge)
International Standard (Europe): ~£2.50–£3.00
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Short Description (Optional for Listing)
> Attractive Australian First Day Cover issued 24 October 1979 celebrating fishing in Australia. Features the complete four-stamp set with clear Melbourne Philatelic Bureau cancellation. A great addition to any Australian or thematic fishing collection.
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