P303-New Zealand 1986 Christmas 25c Stamp – Partridge Pear Tree – Used

Here’s a clear identification and valuation for your stamp:

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🇳🇿 New Zealand 25c Christmas Stamp (1986)

🔍 Identification

Country: New Zealand

Year: 1986

Theme: Christmas – “On the first day of Christmas”

Design: Partridge in a pear tree (from the classic Christmas carol)

Denomination: 25 cents

Series: Part of a multi-stamp Christmas set

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📊 Condition Assessment

From your photos:

✔️ Used stamp (visible postmark)

✔️ No gum (as expected for used)

⚠️ Minor staining / toning spots visible

✔️ Perforations mostly intact

✔️ Average collector condition

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💰 Current Market Value (2025 estimate)

Typical value (used): £0.10 – £0.40

With light staining (like yours): ~£0.05 – £0.20

Full set value (if complete): £1 – £3 (used set)

👉 These are very common commemorative stamps, so value is modest unless part of a full set or in pristine condition.

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🛒 eBay Draft Listing (Ready to Copy)

Title:

New Zealand 1986 Christmas 25c Stamp – Partridge Pear Tree – Used

Category:

Stamps > Australia & Oceania > New Zealand

Condition:

Used

Item Specifics:

Year: 1986

Country/Region: New Zealand

Topic: Christmas

Denomination: 25c

Type: Commemorative

Condition: Used, visible postmark, minor staining

Description:

1986 New Zealand Christmas stamp featuring “On the first day of Christmas” design with a partridge in a pear tree. Used example with clear postmark and some age-related toning. Ideal for thematic or Christmas collections.

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💷 Pricing Strategy

Estimated value: £0.05 – £0.20

Recommended Buy It Now price: £0.99 (free shipping optional to attract buyers)

Auction option:

Start at £0.01

Combine with other stamps for better returns

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💡 Selling Tip

This type of stamp sells much better:

In bulk lots (10–50 stamps)

Or as a complete Christmas set