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1980 Christmas Candles and Holly
common1945-1980

1980 Christmas Candles and Holly

United Kingdom · 1980 · 10 pence

This festive stamp features a charming design of four lit candles, with the central candle being thicker and striped. It is adorned with traditional Christmas elements like holly leaves, berries, and decorative ribbons, all set against a white background, with Queen Elizabeth II's silhouette in the upper right.

Issued as part of the annual Christmas stamp series, this stamp reflects the enduring tradition of celebrating the holiday season through postal art, capturing the festive spirit of the time.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg1166
scott906
michel906

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$0.5
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.25
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.15
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.1
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.05

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