B4-💂‍♀️ Great Britain QEII High Value Castle Stamps 1955–1964 (Set of 4) 2/

Title:

💂‍♀️ Great Britain QEII High Value Castle Stamps 1955–1964 (Set of 4) 2/6, 5/-, 10/-, £1 — Mint Condition MNH

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Category:

> Stamps > Great Britain > Elizabeth II (1952–Now) > 1952–1971, Wilding & Castle Issues

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Condition:

> Mint Never Hinged (MNH) — Excellent condition, full original gum, no perforation damage, vibrant colours.

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Item Specifics:

Region: Great Britain

Era: Elizabeth II (1952–1971)

Series: Castle High Value Definitives

Denominations: 2/6 (Brown), 5/- (Red), 10/- (Blue), £1 (Black)

Year of Issue: 1955–1964

Design: Queen Elizabeth II by Dorothy Wilding

Quality: Mint Never Hinged (MNH)

Printing Method: Recess-printed by Waterlow & Sons

Theme: Royalty, Definitive Stamps

Colour Variants: Brown, Carmine, Ultramarine Blue, Grey-Black

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Description:

A beautiful set of four classic British pre-decimal high value definitive stamps featuring Queen Elizabeth II, known as the “Castles” series. These iconic designs were first issued in 1955, printed by Waterlow & Sons. Each stamp features the Dorothy Wilding portrait of the Queen and represents some of the most collectible issues of the early Elizabethan era.

Perfect for collectors of GB philately or those seeking pristine mint examples of the definitive Wilding-era stamps.

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💰 Valuation & Pricing

Denomination Typical Market Value (MNH) Notes

2/6 (Brown) £3–£5 Common but sought-after in full sets

5/- (Red) £5–£8 Scarcer than 2/6

10/- (Blue) £10–£15 Very desirable colour and value

£1 (Black) £20–£35 Highest value, most collectible

➡️ Estimated Set Value (MNH): £35–£55

➡️ Recommended eBay Listing Price (Buy It Now): £49.99

➡️ Suggested Auction Start Price: £24.99 (7-day auction)

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Postage Options:

Royal Mail 1st Class Signed For: £2.50 (UK)

International Tracked: £9.50

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