F776-1972 British Forces Postal Service Cover – First FA Cup Finalists 1872 Comm

Title:

1972 British Forces Postal Service Cover – First FA Cup Finalists 1872 Commemorative Postmark + 3p QEII Stamp

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Category:

Stamps > Great Britain > First Day Covers & Postal History > Commemorative Covers

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Condition:

Used – Good vintage condition. Some age-related marks, light staining/foxing, and minor creases. Stamp intact and clearly postmarked.

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Item Specifics:

Year: 1972

Country/Region: United Kingdom (British Forces Postal Service)

Stamp: 3p Queen Elizabeth II Machin

Postmark: “First Football Association Cup Finalists 1872”

Date of Postmark: 6 May 1972

Theme: Football / FA Cup / Sports

Cover Type: Commemorative Postal Cover

Cancellation Type: Special event handstamp

Addressed: Yes (typed address to Kent)

Colour: Blue stamp with black commemorative cancellation

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Price & Valuation:

Estimated Market Value: £4 – £8

(These BFPS commemorative covers are collectible but fairly common unless rare variations are present.)

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Recommended:

List as a collectible football-themed postal cover. Highlight the FA Cup historical reference (1872 finalists) and British Forces connection to attract niche collectors.

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eBay Listing Price (£):

£6.99 Buy It Now (with Best Offer ON)

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Auction Option:

Start price: £2.99

Duration: 7 days

Expected final value: £4 – £7