Bidspirit auction | UK 1970s-1990s Collection of Royal
UK 1970s-1990s Collection of Royal Mail Mint Stamp Packs and Benham Covers - A collection of late 20th-century philatelic material, primarily consisting of UK Royal Mail and British Post Office presentation packs, first day covers, and commemorative covers. The assortment features multiple thematic mint stamp sets including Police (1979), Dogs, RSPCA, Maps, and Cycling 1878-1978. Notable items include the 1840-1990 Penny Black Anniversary presentation pack containing Machin head definitives in 15p, 20p, 29p, 34p, and 37p denominations. The collection also includes The Duke of Edinburgh's Award set with 18p, 22p, and 25p denominations. A Benham commemorative railway cover marks the 60th Anniversary of King Edward I Restored 1990, bearing a circular date stamp from G.W.R. Quainton Rd Aylesbury Bucks dated 30th June 1990. Additional material includes Falkland Islands stamps with a circular date stamp dated 7.12.81. The stamps are perforated and mostly housed in original presentation packaging or protective plastic sleeves. The collection is contained within a white cardboard storage box. Sorting area width: approximately 20 inches.