P138-1980 Lufthansa Boeing 747 SL First Flight Cover Frankfurt–Rio–São Paulo–Mon

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📮 Title

1980 Lufthansa Boeing 747 SL First Flight Cover Frankfurt–Rio–São Paulo–Montevideo FFC

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📂 Category

Stamps > Postal History > First Flight Covers (FFC)

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📌 Condition

Good overall condition

Light age toning / minor spotting

Clear postmarks and cachet

Envelope intact, no major tears

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🧾 Item Specifics

Type: First Flight Cover (FFC)

Airline: Lufthansa

Aircraft: Boeing 747 SL

Route: Frankfurt – Rio de Janeiro – São Paulo – Montevideo

Flight No.: LH 506

Date: 11 April 1980

Origin: Germany (Deutsche Bundespost Berlin stamps)

Destination: Montevideo, Uruguay

Stamps: 30 + 50 Deutsche Bundespost Berlin

Cancellation: Frankfurt / printed matter marking

Theme: Aviation / Airmail / First Flight

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💰 Valuation (Estimated Market Value)

Typical range: £8 – £15

Slight premium due to attractive Boeing 747 cachet and South America route

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💡 Recommended Pricing Strategy

Buy It Now: £14.99

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🏷️ Suggested eBay Listing Price

👉 £12.99 – £14.99 BIN

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📝 Description (ready to paste)

> Original Lufthansa First Flight Cover commemorating the Boeing 747 SL service on flight LH 506 from Frankfurt to Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Montevideo, dated 11 April 1980.

Features printed Boeing 747 cachet, route map, and Deutsche Bundespost Berlin stamps with clear cancellations.

A nice aviation and postal history collectible, especially for Lufthansa and Boeing 747 enthusiasts.

Condition as shown – light age wear and minor spotting typical of vintage covers.

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📊 Selling Tip

This is a mid-range FFC—it sells best with:

Clear photos (front + back + stamp close-up ✔ you already have)

Aviation keywords (Boeing 747, Lufthansa, First Flight)

International shipping enabled

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