F497-Australia1979 Blood Donation FDC – 50th Anniversary Voluntary Blood Donor

Title
Australia 1979 Blood Donation FDC – 50th Anniversary Voluntary Blood Donor Service – Melbourne Philatelic Bureau
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Category
Stamps > Australia & Oceania > Australia > Covers > First Day Covers
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Condition
Very good condition
Clean cover with sharp print
Clear First Day of Issue postmark (Melbourne Philatelic Bureau, 13 Nov 1979)
No tears, no creases
Light age toning only (typical for period)
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Item Specifics
Country/Region: Australia
Year of Issue: 1979
Occasion: 50th Anniversary of Voluntary Blood Donor Service in Australia
Stamp Denomination: 20c
Postmark: First Day of Issue – Melbourne Philatelic Bureau
Cover Type: Pre-stamped envelope (Australia Post No. 014)
Theme: Medical / Red Cross / Blood Donation
Designer: Australia Post Graphic Design Section
Authenticity: Genuine Australia Post issue
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Valuation (Realistic Market Value – UK £)
Estimated collector value: £4 – £7
This is a common but desirable thematic FDC, especially for:
Medical / Red Cross collectors
Australian postal history collectors
Value increases slightly if sold to a thematic collector rather than general stamps buyer.
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Recommended eBay Listing Price (£)
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Auction Option
Starting price: £2.99
Auction length: 7 days
Expected final price: £4 – £6 (depends on bidder interest)
Mention in the description:
> “A nicely designed Australian First Day Cover marking the 50th Anniversary of the Voluntary Blood Donor Service, with strong medical and Red Cross thematic appeal.”
This attracts thematic collectors, not just Australia specialists.
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