P47-DDR 1965 Boxing European Championships Berlin FDC Ersttagsbrief Cover

📌 Title

DDR 1965 Boxing European Championships Berlin FDC Ersttagsbrief Cover

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📂 Category

Stamps > Europe > Germany & Colonies > Germany (DDR) > First Day Covers

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📦 Condition

Used (First Day Cover with official cancellation)

Very good condition – light age toning, no major faults, clean envelope overall

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🔎 Item Specifics

Country/Region: Germany (DDR / East Germany)

Year of Issue: 1965

Event: European Boxing Championships (Berlin, 23–29 May 1965)

Type: First Day Cover (Ersttagsbrief)

Stamps Included: Yes (2 stamps)

Denominations: 10pf + 20pf

Cancellation: Berlin special event postmark dated 27.4.1965

Theme: Sports / Boxing

Colour: Multi-colour

Authenticity: Genuine postal issue

Condition Notes: Light aging on envelope, stamps well preserved

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💰 Valuation

Estimated Market Value: £4 – £8

(DDR FDCs are common, but sports themes like boxing have niche demand)

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✅ Recommended Selling Strategy

Best sold as part of a sports or DDR FDC bundle for higher total value

Individually, use Buy It Now with Best Offer to attract collectors

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🏷️ eBay Listing Price

Buy It Now Price: £6.99

Accept offers around £4.50 – £6

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🔨 Auction Option

Starting Price: £2.49

Likely selling range: £3 – £6 depending on interest

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✍️ Description (optional to paste)

First Day Cover issued by DDR (East Germany) for the XVI European Boxing Championships held in Berlin in May 1965. Features two original stamps with a clear commemorative Berlin cancellation dated 27 April 1965. Clean illustrated envelope showing boxing scene. A great addition for sports or DDR philately collectors.

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