P86-Australia 1979 International Year of the Child FDC Melbourne 13 Aug First Da

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📮 Item Overview

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🏷️ Title

Australia 1979 International Year of the Child FDC Melbourne 13 Aug First Day Cover 20c Stamp

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📂 Category

Stamps > Australia & Oceania > Australia > Covers > First Day Covers

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📊 Condition

Used (First Day Cover) – Good condition with minor age marks/foxing visible on front and back

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🔍 Item Specifics

Country/Region: Australia

Year: 1979

Theme: International Year of the Child

Cover Type: First Day Cover (FDC)

Cancellation: Melbourne Philatelic Bureau – 13 AUG 1979

Stamp: 20c Australia commemorative (children playground design)

Official Issue: Yes (Australia Post Cover No. 128)

Condition Notes:

Light foxing spots

Clean envelope overall

Stamp and cancellation clear

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💰 Valuation (Market Estimate)

Typical value range: £1.50 – £4.00

Due to condition (foxing): £1.50 – £2.50 realistic value

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✅ Recommended Pricing Strategy

Best for quick sale: low fixed price

Collectors often buy these in bulk, so pricing competitively helps

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🛒 eBay Listing Price

👉 Buy It Now: £2.49

(accept offers ON)

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🔨 Auction Option

Start price: £0.99

Auction length: 7 days

Expected result: £1.50 – £3.00

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💡 Selling Tips

Mention “Official Australia Post Cover No.128” in description

Add keyword: “UNICEF / Child Year” for search visibility

Combine with other FDCs to increase value