P24-DDR 1987 Red Cross Congress Dresden FDC Cover 35pf Special Cancel

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📌 Condition

Used (postmarked)

Very good condition overall

Light handling wear consistent with age

Clean front, clear cancellation, intact envelope

🧾 Item Specifics

Country/Region: Germany (DDR / East Germany)

Year of Issue: 1987

Topic: Red Cross / Medical / Humanitarian

Type: First Day Cover / Commemorative Cover

Cancellation: Special event cancel (Dresden Congress)

Stamp: 35 Pfennig DDR

Material: Paper envelope

Color: Multicolor (blue/red design with doves)

Condition Type: Commercially used / philatelic cover

💰 Valuation (Market Estimate)

Typical collector value: £2 – £5

If part of a themed Red Cross collection: up to £6–£8

This is a common DDR commemorative cover, so value is modest but collectible

💡 Recommended Pricing Strategy

Buy It Now: £4.49

Accept offers: Yes (down to ~£3)

Auction Option

Start at: £1.49

Good for quick sale, but may end low unless multiple bidders

📝 Description (for your listing)

Official DDR commemorative cover issued for the 10th Congress of the German Red Cross held in Dresden in 1987. Features a 35 Pfennig stamp with special event cancellation. Attractive printed envelope with Red Cross emblem and dove design. A nice addition to DDR or Red Cross thematic collections.