F518-Australia 1979 FDC Wreck of the Batavia 350th Anniversary Ship 20c Stamp Me

– First Day Cover (Australia 1979 Batavia)

🏷️ Title

Australia 1979 FDC Wreck of the Batavia 350th Anniversary Ship 20c Stamp Melbourne Postmark

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📂 Category

Stamps > Australia & Oceania > Australia > Covers > First Day Covers

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📊 Condition

Very good condition

Clean envelope with clear First Day of Issue postmark (5 JUN 1979 – Melbourne Philatelic Bureau)

Minor age-related toning on reverse (common for vintage FDCs)

No tears or major creases visible

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📌 Item Specifics

Attribute Details

Country/Region Australia

Year of Issue 1979

Topic Maritime / Shipwreck / History

Stamp Value 20c

Cancellation Type First Day of Issue (FDOI)

Postmark Location Melbourne, Australia

Cover Type Illustrated First Day Cover

Theme Wreck of the Batavia – 350th Anniversary

Condition Type Used (FDC)

Issuing Authority Australia Post

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💰 Price & Valuation

Estimated Market Value: £2.50 – £5.00

This is a common Australian FDC, but still collectible due to historical theme (Batavia shipwreck).

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✅ Recommended Pricing Strategy

Buy It Now Price: £3.99

Accept offers: ✅ Yes (allow offers around £2.50+)

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🔖 eBay Listing Price (Recommended)

👉 £3.99

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🔨 Auction Option

Starting Bid: £1.49

Duration: 7 days

Auction Style: Good for quick sale, but may end lower (£2–£3 range typically)

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📦 Additional Selling Tips

Include keywords like: “shipwreck”, “maritime history”, “Batavia 1629”, “Australia FDC”

Combine with other FDC listings to increase value (bundle strategy 📈)

Clear photos of front, stamp, and back text help attract collectors

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