Rare Stamps Value
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 10db overstamped rare Chinese stamp $0.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 43m |
 262 Mint 2 F VF FULL OG Fairly lightly hinged RARE STAMP Cat 275000 $675.00 Time Remaining: 14d 18h 33m Buy It Now for only: $675.00 |
 RARE FRESH LOT OF 6 MNH ILE ROUAD SYRIA FRENCH OCC FRANCE LEVANT SET $12.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 43m |
 95 Mint OG Hinged With Certificate Cat 350000 RARE WK $1,275.00 Time Remaining: 10d 20h 44m Buy It Now for only: $1,275.00 |
 GERMANY1938 5 15 FOOTBALL GAME ASTON VILLA RARE PM VF $9.50 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 56m |
 Extremely RARE stamp Zeppelin on GOLDMNH1933RRR Certificate CV 2500+ $276.85 Time Remaining: 58m |
 73 Mint BLACK JACK F VF OG NH RARE WHEN NEVER HINGED WITH PFC $325.00 Time Remaining: 7d 19h 4m Buy It Now for only: $325.00 |
 ITALY 1922 RARE REGISTERED EXPRESS COVER FROM SONDRIO TO BUENOS AIRES ARGENTINA $19.95 Time Remaining: 1h 4m |
 3rd Reich 1941 8 Rare Stamps Earlier Sets MINT $6.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1h 12m |
 China Stamp 1986 T111 Rare Magnolia Liliflora $2.80 Time Remaining: 17d 6h 46m Buy It Now for only: $2.80 |
 New Zealand 1953 Airmail Engine dameged cover Rare $36.90 Time Remaining: 1h 27m |
 RARE 1937 1941 WW2 NAZI German 1 Reichspfennig Coins Swastika Hitler Stamp LOT $4.81 (6 Bids) Time Remaining: 1h 31m |
 114 3 TRAIN F VF OG NH RARE WHEN NEVER HINGED WITH PFC $175.00 Time Remaining: 7d 19h 4m Buy It Now for only: $175.00 |
 Rare German Nazi Stamp Hungary 1941 Mnh $2.20 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 1h 33m |
 INDIA IN BURMARARE 1930 COVER WITH PAQUEBOT PENANG CANCEL TO US $14.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1h 40m |
 US Stamp 50c Trans Mississippi Scott 291 E8 Rare $399.00 Time Remaining: 24d 22h 1m Buy It Now for only: $399.00 |
 RARE 1941 F NAZI German Swastika 10 Reichspfennig Coin Swastika Hitler Stamps $3.25 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 1h 48m |
 Rare German Nazi Stamp Adolf Hitler Sword Mnh $3.06 (6 Bids) Time Remaining: 1h 49m |
 US Stamp 4c Trans Mississippi Scott 287 E9 Rare $999.00 Time Remaining: 25d 19h 31m Buy It Now for only: $999.00 |
 Cover Zeppelin 1930 Airship Russia Germany USSR CCCP Moscow Sieger Flight RARE $259.99 Time Remaining: 1h 52m |
 Rare German Nazi Stamp Hungary 1941 Mnh $2.00 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 1h 58m |
 35 10c Type IV Rare OG BEAUTY w CERT $425.00 Time Remaining: 1d 21h 57m Buy It Now for only: $425.00 |
 Rare German Nazi Stamp Eagle Attacks Snake Mnh $1.50 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 2h 2m |
 CKSTAMPS US STAMP COLLECTION SCOTT44 12C MINT NGAI3000 W CERT1875 VERY RARE $1,999.00 Time Remaining: 26d 17h 50m Buy It Now for only: $1,999.00 |
 FRENCH POLYNESIA RARE UNCUT TCP SCOTT 361AV $279.00 Time Remaining: 2h 8m |
 Rare German Nazi Stamp Hungary 1941 Mnh $0.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 2h 12m |
 258 Mint NH 10 PL IMPRINT STRIP OF 3 VERY FRESH RARE Cat 300000 JB $595.00 Time Remaining: 4d 17h 7m Buy It Now for only: $595.00 |
 German Prussia 1857 letter SG 6 RARE $119.90 Time Remaining: 2h 17m |
 Rare German Nazi Stamp Latvia Occupation Overprint Mnh $0.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 2h 19m |
 US HAWAII UNUSED STAMP 69 PELURE RARE DOUBLE OVPTTRACES MVLH OG CV $211.00 Time Remaining: 20d 16h 21m Buy It Now for only: $211.00 |
 FRANCE REGISTERED COVER CANTON TO HONG KONG 1902 7 OVERPRINT STAMPS RARE s2292 $27.00 (7 Bids) Time Remaining: 2h 24m |
 Big approx 56 pages multy national stamps album Some rare stamps included $135.00 Time Remaining: 2h 28m Buy It Now for only: $570.00 |
 33 Unused A VERY RARE STAMP Cat 220000 $489.00 Time Remaining: 7d 18h 37m Buy It Now for only: $489.00 |
 Big 64 pages multy national stamps album Some rare stamps included $195.00 Time Remaining: 2h 28m Buy It Now for only: $570.00 |
 German Reich Better Freimarken set from 1924 used RARE $9.99 Time Remaining: 2h 28m |
 86 RARE MINT OG NH STAMP E GRILL Cat 1050000 $1,199.00 Time Remaining: 18h 43m Buy It Now for only: $1,199.00 |
 German Reich Rare better officals set from 1920 used VERY HIGH VALUE $27.85 Time Remaining: 2h 28m |
 German Reich Nothilfe set from 1927 RARE set used VERY HIGH VALUE $24.95 Time Remaining: 2h 28m |
 Malack 134 Fine+ OG H Fresh Stamp clear grill RARE w3034 $875.00 Time Remaining: 23d 20h 48m Buy It Now for only: $875.00 |
 German Reich Rare native costumes set from 1935 used VERY HIGH VALUE $24.95 Time Remaining: 2h 28m |
 Rare German Nazi Stamp Hungary 1941 Mnh $0.99 Time Remaining: 2h 29m |
 249 Mint 2 BLOCK OF FOUR F VF OG NH Appearing RARE MULTIPLE Cat 180000 $389.00 Time Remaining: 14d 19h 38m Buy It Now for only: $389.00 |
 Rare German Nazi Stamp SS Machine Gun Team Mnh $0.99 Time Remaining: 2h 30m |
 US 1898 4c Scott 287DE 287 India Mint Essay Rare $299.00 Time Remaining: 1h 11m Buy It Now for only: $299.00 |
 RARE 1937 A NAZI German Swastika 2 Reichspfennig Coin Swastika Hitler Stamps $2.82 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 2h 30m |
 87 RARE STAMPS LOT 1936 1940 Helvetica Helvetia VF+ Europe Switzerland $119.99 Time Remaining: 2h 34m Buy It Now for only: $160.00 |
 CKSTAMPS US STAMP COLLECTION SCOTT43 10C MINT NGAI 2750 1857 W CERT RARE $1,799.00 Time Remaining: 26d 17h 50m Buy It Now for only: $1,799.00 |
 Rare German Nazi Stamp Panzer Tank Mnh $0.99 Time Remaining: 2h 36m |
 Rare German Nazi Stamp Adolf Hitler Swastika Mnh $2.22 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 2h 42m |
 2009 RARE 20 NEW US FOREVER POSTAGE STAMPS $10.69 Time Remaining: 11d 23h 36m Buy It Now for only: $10.69 |
 BRAZIL MINT RARE GREAT SELECT lot 2 $4.99 Time Remaining: 2h 43m |
 German Feldpost Package Piece BOXED Bie Der Feldppst Eingeliefort Cancel RARE $11.99 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 2h 58m |
 1857 Sc 26 rare MNH OG single w CERTIFICATE $123.50 Time Remaining: 6d 4h 27m Buy It Now for only: $123.50 |
 CHINA PRC 1952 DEFENSE OF CHILDREN RARE PERF SET SET 14 TOPx125 $900.00 Time Remaining: 2h 59m |
 RARE GERMAN NAZI EAGLE SWASTIKA NSDAP REVENUE INSURANCE DUES STAMP $0.99 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 3h 8m |
 OZ RaRE MUH PAIRs SET 1ST 1966 NAVIGATORS Decimal STAMP Issues $64.17 Time Remaining: 28d 7h 23m Buy It Now for only: $64.17 |
 Old German States Alfred Caspary Collection Rare Catalog1956 $9.50 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 3h 12m |
 Rare Dog Breed Japanese Chin Spaniel Stamp Assortment 10 pcs MNH $10.00 Time Remaining: 3h 12m |
 118 Mint F VF OG VLH A RARE STAMP Cat 1000000 $4,499.00 Time Remaining: 25d 21h 35m Buy It Now for only: $4,499.00 |
 Tripolitania 15 One Lira Manzoni Issue Rare Key Stamp Used Cat Val 275 $124.99 Time Remaining: 3h 13m |
Understanding Rare Stamp Collecting Classifications
Stamps are classified into four separate types. They are Stamp Types, Purpose, Formats and Condition.
Stamp Types generally means the difference between a definitive stamp and a commemorative stamp. A definitive stamp most always showed a portrait of some famous person at present time or in history, although recently these have expanded to include the U.S. flag or the White House. Typically these stamps are relatively small and ordinary looking. They can be purchased at different denominations to pay for the different types of postal mail. These usually get printed in large numbers and remain in effect until the postal rates changes.
Commemorative stamps are larger than the definitive's and are printed in much smaller numbers. They're usually sold for the standard first class postage rate. The pictures usually show images of historical events. Once these stamps run out, they usually are not printed again. In recent years there has been another stamp type called the Special. A good example of these stamps would be the Christmas stamps that are printed out for the holidays. These are larger, decorative stamps that are sold at the standard postal rate for a certain time period until the supply runs out.
Purpose shows what the stamp is for. Most stamps are classified as regular stamps because they are used on your every day basic mail. However, immediately after the postage stamp was distributed came along other stamps showing different purposes. Some show postage due for the mail that had insufficient monies applied to the postage. Other stamps were created to show classified mail, airmail and a variety of other special services.
Stamps are issued in a variety of ways. Format is another classification term used to show how these stamps were originally issued. Whether it was as a sheet, booklet, coil or panes.
Condition of a stamp is very important to many collectors. Mint condition is one that has never been used and is still in the same condition as when it was issued. If one has been in a collection held in an album with a hinge then it is considered an unused one. The reason for the difference is that the one that was in an album has had its "gum" disturbed. One that has been sent through the postal system and been stamped is considered used.
Other classification types are whether they are perforated, what kind of printing is used and whether a watermark was used.
By understanding the different classifications, one can begin their collection based on certain criteria. Many collectors have a certain theme to their collections. There have been billions of stamps that have been issued over the years that it would be literally impossible to have a complete collection. Many people choose a certain topical theme or perhaps stamps from a certain country only. Whatever you decide to create your theme around, it'll be interesting and fun for you to study.
STAMP COLLECTING TIPS
Now that you've decided what type of stamps you want to collect, here are some tips on the best way to keep these stamps in good condition. You may end up with one that is worth a lot of money someday and you'll want it to be in the best possible condition.
- When looking for a stamp album, look for one that has blank, acid-free pages. Don't go for anything that has flimsy pages for these will not be sturdy enough to house your stamps safely. Make sure you have stamp hinges or mounts that are designed for housing stamps. Using glue or tape will damage your stamps.
- Do not try to tear or peel a stamp off of an envelope. Cut them carefully from the envelope without touching the perforated edges, this damages the stamp. Once the stamp has been cut off, float it in a small bowl filled with cool water. This dissolves the glue to a point where the paper from the envelope will come off easily. (Be careful with those stamps that have been heavily inked with cancellation stamps or strange looking ink that could potentially damage other stamps.) Rinse the remaining glue with fresh water and spread out to dry. If necessary place them in a book after drying to straighten them out. Always handle them with tongs.
- Think about your collection theme and sort the stamps according to your theme. Whether it's by a topical or country theme or stamp types, it's good to have some kind of order to them. Remove any damaged stamps as the value is most likely not that great. The only time you want to hang on to something that's damaged would be if you had something that was extremely rare or valuable. If you have duplicates then display the best one you have of the set and use the other for trading with other stamp collectors. Sorting is an ongoing process as you pick up more and more stamps.
- Another extremely important thing to think about is having tongs. Seems like such a simple thing, doesn't it. People think they can handle just as well with their fingers but they don't think about how much oil we have on our skin. These oils transfer to the stamps and can damage them in the long run. Tongs are the best way to handle stamps. One may need to practice handling tongs before attempting to pick up stamps with them as some of them, if not handled correctly, could tear or poke holes through the stamps.
Once you've made the decision to collect stamps and you've obtained all the essential tools for collecting, you'll probably find getting more and more curious about the history behind some of these stamps. There are thousands of books, literature and papers written on the subject. Many of them explain how and why some of these stamps became so valuable or interesting over the years. Most stamp collectors become so for a lifetime. There are so many different types of stamp collections that one could collect for years and never find themselves getting bored.
Darren Williger is an over-caffeinated, low carbohydrate eating, winemaking enthusiast who writes for WindPurifier.com, RareStamp.com, and BeeYourself.Com
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