F538-Australia 1979 Royal South Street Society Centenary FDC 20c Stamp Melbourn

Title

Australia 1979 Royal South Street Society Centenary FDC 20c Stamp Melbourne First Day Cover

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Category

Stamps > Australia & Oceania > Australia > First Day Covers (FDC)

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Condition

Good condition

Clean envelope with clear First Day of Issue postmark (24 SEP 1979 – Melbourne)

Minor age-related toning on envelope edges (typical for vintage covers)

No major creases or tears

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Item Specifics

Attribute Details

Country/Region Australia

Year of Issue 1979

Occasion Royal South Street Society Centenary

Stamp Value 20c

Cancellation Type First Day of Issue

Postmark Location Melbourne Philatelic Bureau

Cover Type Illustrated First Day Cover

Theme Music / Performing Arts / Cultural Society

Number Pre-stamped envelope No. 013

Condition Type Used (FDC with postmark)

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Description (for listing)

Official Australia Post First Day Cover issued in 1979 to commemorate the Royal South Street Society Centenary (1879–1979).

Features:

Illustrated envelope with performing arts theme

20c commemorative stamp

Clear Melbourne Philatelic Bureau First Day cancellation (24 SEP 1979)

Informative text printed on reverse

A great collectible item for:

Australian philately collectors

Cultural / performing arts themed collections

Vintage FDC enthusiasts

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Price & Valuation 💰

Estimated Market Value: £2.50 – £5.00

Typical Demand: Moderate (common commemorative FDC)

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Recommended eBay Listing Price

Buy It Now Price: £4.49

Accept Offers: Yes (auto-accept around £3.50)

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Auction Option

Starting Bid: £1.49

Auction Duration: 7 days

Expected Final Value: £2.50 – £4.00

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Selling Tips (Expert Insight)

List with “Best Offer” enabled to increase conversion

Combine with other FDCs for bundle listings to increase value

Use keywords like: “Australia FDC 1979”, “Centenary Cover”, “Melbourne First Day Issue”

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