P135-Germany 1984 First Day Cover (FDC) – Merchwiler Saar Special Cancel 80pf St

📮 Title

Germany 1984 First Day Cover (FDC) – Merchwiler Saar Special Cancel 80pf Stamp

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📂 Category

Stamps > Europe > Germany & Colonies > Covers > First Day Covers

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📌 Condition

Used – Good condition

Clean overall with light ageing marks

Minor corner wear (bottom left)

Clear special cancellation

Addressed cover

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🧾 Item Specifics

Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany (West Germany / Deutsche Bundespost)

Year of Issue: 1984

Type: First Day Cover (FDC) / Sonderumschlag

Cancellation: Special pictorial cancel – Merchwiler Saar (28.10.1984)

Stamp Value: 80 Pfennig

Theme: Historical / Postal / Local heritage scene

Colour: Multi-colour illustration + printed cachet

Addressed: Yes (typed address)

Condition Notes: Light foxing and handling marks on reverse

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💰 Valuation

Estimated Market Value: £2 – £5

This type of German FDC is fairly common unless rare cachet or limited issue

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💡 Recommended Selling Strategy

Best sold as part of a bundle/lot to increase value

Ideal for collectors of German postal history or themed covers

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🏷️ eBay Price Recommendation

Buy It Now: £3.99 (accept offers ON)

OR

Auction: Start at £0.99

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✍️ Description (ready to paste)

Vintage 1984 Germany First Day Cover (Sonderumschlag) featuring an 80pf Deutsche Bundespost stamp with a clear special cancellation from Merchwiler Saar dated 28.10.1984.

The cover includes a printed illustrated postman design and is addressed. In good condition with light ageing and minor corner wear.

A nice collectible item for German philately enthusiasts or postal history collectors.

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