P61-Switzerland 1983 FDC – Journalists Federation 1883–1983 – Block of 4 HELVETI

🏷️ Title

Switzerland 1983 FDC – Journalists Federation 1883–1983 – Block of 4 HELVETIA Stamps Bern First Day Cover

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📂 Category

Stamps > Europe > Switzerland > First Day Covers

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📌 Condition

Very good condition

Clean cover with sharp edges

Clear Bern first day cancellation (17.2.1983)

Stamps fresh and well preserved

Minor handling marks on reverse (typical for age)

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📝 Item Specifics

Country/Region: Switzerland

Year of Issue: 1983

Topic: Journalism / Anniversaries

Event: 100 Years Swiss Journalists Federation (1883–1983)

Denomination: 70 (x4 block)

Brand: HELVETIA

Cancellation: Bern First Day Cancel (Ausgabetag 17.2.83)

Type: First Day Cover (FDC)

Stamps: Block of 4 (se-tenant style)

Condition Type: Used (First Day Cancel)

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💰 Valuation (Market Estimate)

Typical value range: £3 – £8

Block of 4 on clean FDC adds appeal, but still a fairly common modern issue

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🛒 eBay Listing Price

👉 £6.99 (Buy It Now)

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📦 Description (Ready to Paste)

Attractive Switzerland First Day Cover issued in 1983 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Swiss Journalists Federation (1883–1983).

Features a striking block of four 70 denomination HELVETIA stamps with a clear Bern “Ausgabetag” first day cancellation dated 17 February 1983.

Clean, well-preserved cover with light signs of handling on the reverse. A nice collectible item for thematic collectors (journalism, anniversaries) and Swiss philately enthusiasts.

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