P28 -Germany 1970 Welfare Stamps FDC Berlin Christmas Angel Cover to UK

Category

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

📊 Condition

Good used condition – clean cover with clear Berlin first day cancels.

Light edge wear and minor creasing consistent with age.

📝 Item Specifics

Country/Region: Germany (West Berlin / Deutsche Bundespost Berlin)

Year: 1970

Type: First Day Cover (FDC)

Theme: Christmas / Welfare (Wohlfahrtsmarken)

Postmark: Berlin 12 – 12.11.1970

Stamp: 10+5 Pfennig Welfare stamp (Angel design)

Cover Illustration: Christmas angel artwork (Frohe Weihnachten)

Addressed: Yes (to Hull, England)

Cancellation: Special Berlin FDC cancels (clear strikes)

💰 Valuation

Typical market range: £2 – £5

Better appeal due to:

Attractive Christmas design

Clear dual Berlin cancellations

International usage (Germany → UK)

💡 Recommended Pricing Strategy

Buy It Now: £4.49

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Start price: £1.49

Duration: 7 days

📦 Description (for listing)

A nice original 1970 West Berlin First Day Cover issued for the Welfare (Wohlfahrtsmarken) stamps.

Features a festive Christmas angel illustration with matching 10+5 Pf stamp and clear Berlin first day cancellations dated 12 November 1970. Addressed and postally used to Hull, England.

A collectible thematic cover ideal for Christmas, charity stamp, or Germany collectors.

📈 Quick Assessment

Common but attractive thematic FDC

Best suited for low-mid price quick sale

Value increases slightly with clean condition and clear cancels (yours has both 👍)