F831-1981 UK Christmas First Day Cover (FDC) – Children’s Artwork Stamps – Londo

Title:

1981 UK Christmas First Day Cover (FDC) – Children’s Artwork Stamps – London W1 Postmark – Full Set

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Category:

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

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Condition:

Good condition – clean cover with clear “First Day of Issue” postmarks (18 NOV 1981, London W1). Minor handling/storage marks on envelope edges and slight creasing on reverse flap.

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Item Specifics:

Year of Issue: 1981

Country/Region: Great Britain

Topic: Christmas / Nativity / Children’s Art

Denominations: 11½p, 14p, 18p, 22p, 25p

Number of Stamps: 5 (complete set)

Cancellation Type: First Day of Issue (London W1)

Cover Type: Illustrated First Day Cover

Printer: Howard Printers (Slough) Ltd

Design: Children’s drawings (BBC Blue Peter competition theme)

Colour: Multi-colour

Condition Notes: Slight wear on edges, otherwise well preserved

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Price & Valuation:

Estimated Market Value: £3 – £6

Typical Demand: Common but collectible due to full set and illustrated insert

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Recommended:

Sell as a single FDC. Consider bundling with other 1980s UK FDCs to increase value if you have more similar items.

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eBay Listing Price (£):

Buy It Now: £5.49 (accept offers ON)

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Auction Option:

Start Price: £0.99

Expected Auction Result: £3 – £5

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