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Cyprus 1970 First Day Cover

Cyprus · 1970 ·

This is a First Day Cover (FDC) from Cyprus, issued in 1970. An FDC consists of a stamp, or set of stamps, on an envelope cancelled on the first day of issue. The envelope, known as a cachet, often features a design related to the stamp's theme.

In 1970, Cyprus was a decade into its independence and its postal service was issuing stamps reflecting its culture, history, and natural environment. FDCs from this period are popular collectibles that capture a specific moment in the country's philatelic history.

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$5
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$3
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$2
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$1
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.