P328-Switzerland 1974 Basel Zoo 100 Years Postcard Helvetia 30Rp Used Bönigen Ca

Here’s a clear breakdown and valuation of your postcard:

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📮 Item Identification

Country: Switzerland (Helvetia)

Type: Illustrated postal stationery postcard (pre-paid)

Stamp Imprint: 30 Rp (Rappen)

Postmark: Bönigen (BE), dated 24.5.1974

Theme:

“100 Jahre Zoologischer Garten Basel 1874–1974”

(100 Years of Basel Zoo)

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🖼️ Design Details

Stylized animal artwork (elephant, giraffe, birds, etc.)

Bright modernist illustration typical of 1970s Swiss design

Printed indicium (not a separate stamp)

Clean zoological / wildlife theme — popular with collectors

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✍️ Condition Assessment

Used postcard (written and mailed)

Clear readable cancellation

Light corner wear and aging

Overall: Good collectible condition

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💰 Market Value (2026 estimate)

Typical range: £1.50 – £4.00

Better sale potential if:

Clean cancel ✔️

Attractive illustration ✔️

Thematic collectors (animals / zoo / Switzerland)

👉 Your card sits around:

Estimated value: £2.50 – £3.50

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🛒 eBay Listing Draft

🔹 Title

Switzerland 1974 Basel Zoo 100 Years Postcard Helvetia 30Rp Used Bönigen Cancel

🔹 Category

Stamps > Europe > Switzerland > Postal Stationery

🔹 Condition

Used – good condition, minor wear, clear postmark

🔹 Item Specifics

Year: 1974

Country: Switzerland

Topic: Animals / Zoo / Basel Zoo

Type: Postal stationery postcard

Postmark: Bönigen BE (24.5.1974)

Era: Modern (1945–Now)

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💡 Pricing Strategy

Buy It Now: £3.49

Accept offers: ON

Auction option:

Start: £0.99

Likely result: £2 – £3

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📈 Selling Tip

This is a thematic piece (animals/zoo) — it may sell faster if you include keywords like:

“Zoo”

“Wildlife”

“Animal postcard”

“Basel Zoo anniversary”

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