P231-Austria 1925 12 Groschen Zodiac Signs Stamp Used Österreich Green WIPA Issu
Here’s a detailed identification and eBay-ready draft listing for your stamp:
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📮 Stamp Identification
Country: Austria (Österreich)
Issue: Zodiac Signs (WIPA Exhibition issue)
Year: 1925
Denomination: 12 Groschen
Design: Zodiac wheel with astrological symbols
Color: Green
Scott Catalogue: Approx. Scott #336 (varies by catalog)
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🧾 Condition Assessment
Used stamp (clear cancellation across center)
No gum (as expected for used)
Moderate aging / toning on back
Perforations: Mostly intact, slight wear
Overall condition: Good / Collectible mid-grade
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💰 Valuation (Realistic Market Range)
Typical value: £0.50 – £2.50
Better copies (clean cancel, bright color): up to £4–£6
Your example (visible wear + heavy cancel):
👉 Estimated value: £0.75 – £1.50
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🛒 eBay Draft Listing
🔹 Title
Austria 1925 12 Groschen Zodiac Signs Stamp Used Österreich Green WIPA Issue
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🔹 Category
Stamps > Europe > Austria
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🔹 Item Specifics
Country: Austria
Year of Issue: 1925
Denomination: 12 Groschen
Topic: Zodiac / Astrology
Type: Postage
Condition: Used
Colour: Green
Cancellation Type: Circular postal cancel
Grade: Good (visible wear, see images)
Certification: Uncertified
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🔹 Description
Vintage Austria 1925 12 Groschen stamp featuring a detailed zodiac wheel design, issued for the Vienna International Philatelic Exhibition (WIPA).
This is a used example with a clear postal cancellation. The stamp shows some age-related toning and wear on the reverse, consistent with its age.
A nice collectible piece for Austria or thematic (astrology/zodiac) collectors.
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🔹 Pricing Strategy
Option 1 – Fixed Price
List at: £2.49
Accept offers: Yes (auto-accept around £1.20)
Option 2 – Auction
Start price: £0.99
Duration: 7 days
Expected final: £1 – £2
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📊 Selling Tip
These zodiac stamps are common but popular thematically, so:
Use keywords: “Zodiac”, “Astrology”, “WIPA”
Consider bundling multiple Austrian stamps to increase value
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