#444-France 50f RugbyStamp Pair (c.1947) Mint Hinged with Heavy Toning /Gum Stai

Title
France 50f Rugby Stamp Pair (c.1947) – Mint Hinged with Heavy Toning / Gum Stains
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Category
Stamps > Europe > France
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Condition
Used / Mint Hinged (MH)
Notes:
Original gum present
Heavy toning and foxing on reverse (visible brown spotting)
Front design clear with good colour
Perforations intact
Centre gutter pair (se-tenant)
⚠️ Condition significantly affects value – see photos.
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Item Specifics
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Year of Issue: c.1947
Denomination: 50 Francs
Theme: Sports – Rugby
Quality: Mint Hinged
Grade: Ungraded
Number of Stamps: 2 (pair with gutter)
Certification: Uncertified
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Short Description (for listing body)
French 50 Franc Rugby stamp pair showing dynamic match action.
Offered as a centre gutter pair with original gum.
Please note significant toning and spotting on the reverse, reducing collector value.
Ideal for album filler, reference, or thematic sports collection.
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Valuation (Realistic Market)
Catalogue value (clean MH): ~£8–£12
Actual value in this condition: £1.50 – £3
Heavy gum staining makes this a low-value collectible, despite being a nice paired format.
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Recommended eBay Pricing (GBP)
Buy It Now (Best Option)
£2.99 Buy It Now
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Expect offers around £1.50–£2.50
Auction Option
Start price: £0.99
Duration: 7 days
Expected result: £1.20 – £2.00
Best if you already have traffic or multiple stamp listings
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Seller Tip
Mention “toning on reverse” clearly to avoid returns.
Sports-themed French stamps do sell, but condition-sensitive buyers dominate this market.