P83-DDR 1963 Leipzig Autumn Fair First Day Cover Ersttagsbrief Leipziger Messe F

This is a First Day Cover (Ersttagsbrief) from East Germany (DDR), issued for the Leipzig Autumn Fair 1963 (Leipziger Herbstmesse 1963). It includes the original stamp and special cancellation mark.
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🏷️ Title
DDR 1963 Leipzig Autumn Fair First Day Cover Ersttagsbrief Leipziger Messe FDC
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📂 Category
Stamps > Europe > Germany & Colonies > Germany (DDR) > Covers
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📊 Condition
Used – Very Good
Clean envelope with light age toning
Clear commemorative postmark
Stamp intact and well-centered
Minor handling wear on reverse (typical for age)
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📌 Item Specifics
Country/Region: Germany (DDR / East Germany)
Year of Issue: 1963
Event: Leipzig Autumn Fair (Leipziger Herbstmesse)
Type: First Day Cover (FDC / Ersttagsbrief)
Stamp Denomination: 10 Pfennig
Cancellation: Leipzig Messe special cancel
Theme: Trade fair / Transport (car, train, airplane, bus)
Condition: Used (commercially cancelled)
Original Gum: N/A (cover)
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💰 Valuation
Typical market range: £3 – £8
Stronger price if marketed well: £6 – £10
Common but collectible DDR thematic FDC
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📈 Recommended Pricing Strategy
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£6.99 – £8.99 (with Best Offer ON)
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📝 Description (for listing)
Original 1963 DDR First Day Cover issued for the Leipzig Autumn Fair. Features a 10 Pfennig commemorative stamp with transport motifs and a clear Leipzig Messe special cancellation. A nice collectible item from East Germany’s trade fair history. Ideal for collectors of DDR, thematic transport stamps, or FDCs.
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⭐ Selling Tips
Add keywords: DDR, East Germany, Leipzig Messe, FDC, Transport Theme
Use all 3 images (front, close-up, back)
Offer combined postage if listing more covers
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