F581-GB 1980 £3 Book of Stamps – Wedgwood FDC Pane (12p Machin Block) Sheffield

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Title

GB 1980 £3 Book of Stamps – Wedgwood FDC Pane (12p Machin Block) Sheffield First Day Cover

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Category

Stamps > Great Britain > First Day Covers > 1971–Now > Decimal Issues

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Condition

Very good condition

Clean cover with clear “First Day of Issue – 16 APR 1980 – Sheffield” postmarks

Stamp pane intact (no missing stamps)

Insert leaflet included

Minor handling/storage marks possible (see images)

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Item Specifics

Country/Region: Great Britain

Year of Issue: 1980

Topic: Wedgwood / British History

Denomination: 12p (Machin Definitive pane)

Presentation: £3 Stamp Book pane on official FDC

Postmark: Sheffield – First Day of Issue (16 April 1980)

Colour: Green

Number of Stamps: 9 (pane block)

Cancellation Type: Handstamped FDI

Era: Elizabeth II (Decimal)

Quality: Used (First Day Cover)

Accessories: Original information insert included

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Price & Valuation (£)

Estimated Market Value: £4.00 – £8.00

Similar FDCs with Machin panes are common but collectible when complete with insert.

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💰 Recommended eBay Listing Price

Buy It Now Price: £6.99

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🔨 Auction Option

Starting Bid: £2.49

Auction Duration: 7 days

Expected Sale Range: £3.50 – £7.00

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📌 Description (optional for your listing)

Official Royal Mail First Day Cover issued on 16 April 1980 featuring the £3 Wedgwood Stamp Book pane with 12p Machin definitives. Cancelled with a clear Sheffield First Day of Issue postmark. Includes original information insert. A nice collectible item for Machin and GB FDC collectors.

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