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| Subject | Date Asked |
| George Washington red 2 cent stamp | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: I have come across an old photo postcard unused with a stamp on the back. The stamp is red and ... A: This is a revenue stamp. Before the introduction of the income tax in 1913, the primary way the ... | |
| Postmarked stamps | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: I have Lots of postmarked stamps from the 1930s and 1940s. 3 cent Washington, 6 cent airmail with a ... A: All of the items you mention are all common. They have only a nominal cash value. The best way to ... | |
| 1st Day Cover Cachets | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: My dad passed away 2 weeks ago and let us with his VAST collection of 1st day cover cachets. The ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. With only a ... | |
| Stamps | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: I have 100s possibly more than 1,000 stamps from my father. Almost all of them are from the 30s and ... A: There are two different things you have here. First, the stamps. The best way to find out if the ... | |
| Netherland Stamp | 5/27/2010 |
| Q: I came across and orange stamp that says 1898-1923 on the top and has a bust of a woman below that ... A: This stamp was part of a set of 11 stamps issued to commemorate 25th anniversary of the assumption ... | |
| blocks of stamps | 5/25/2010 |
| Q: I read that there are two types of stamp blocks--a four stamp block done on a rotary press and a 6 ... A: I think your question is concerning plate number blocks. A plate block of stamps printed on a flat ... | |
| Request for information | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: Hope u are doing well. I have many old stamps and i would like to know the value of them. Is there ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| grossman stamp company | 5/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a sheet of 81 portraits of U.S. presidents + famous americans are they worth anything A: These are not stamps. They were produced to add visual interest to stamp albums. Stamp albums ... | |
| first day covers | 5/13/2010 |
| Q: As a bookdealer, I get offered postal material often. Is there a website for checking the retail ... A: There is not an online retail price guide for U.S. first day covers. The best strategy to understand ... | |
| Photos and Stamps | 5/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a set of 4 Commemorative Stamp Society lighthouse photos with accompanying stamps; all ... A: These sorts of things are not sought by most stamp collectors. They are curiosities created to ... | |
| Embossed envelope overprint | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: I have several U.S. embossed envelopes with what appears to be an overprint. What is this exactly ... A: I was only speaking of the overprinted envelope. The 2c envelope that was overptinted has four ... | |
| Embossed envelope overprint | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: I have several U.S. embossed envelopes with what appears to be an overprint. What is this exactly ... A: The basic envelope is listed in the Scott U.S. Specialized Stamp Catalog as #UC8. The catalog value ... | |
| envelopes | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: could you please give the value of 1) first day of issue john f kennedy in memoriam envelope with ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. The Scott U.S. ... | |
| Civil War Stamps | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I work for a non-profit that saves Civil War battlefields (www.civilwar.org). A while back, a ... A: The Civil War Centennial Series issued between 1961 and 1965 are not rare stamps. The vast majority ... | |
| identify | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: Where can i go to check my stamp for value ? san francisco A: You can get information about the value of your stamps from the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog. It is ... | |
| moon stamps | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: where any U.S. postage stamps ever hand stamped (canceled) on the moon or when in orbit of the moon? ... A: The crew of Apollo 15 carried a small number of covers to the moon and canceled them with a special ... | |
| us gold replica stamps | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: How can i find out the value of each stamp in my collection? A: Gold stamps are not stamps and are not gold. They are not sought by most stamp collectors. They are ... | |
| Values of three canceled French stamps | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know the values of the following French stamps that bear cancellation marks: (1) A ... A: 1 - The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 2040. The catalog value is ... | |
| First Day of Issue (Stephen Watts Kearney Expidition) | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: 1) I have an unopened envelope, stamped "First day of issue", with this 3-cent stamp on it mailed ... A: 1) There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. You can ... | |
| Christmas 1941 sheet of stamps | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: I just found a sheet of stamps that say only Christmas 1941. a blond girl is looking out the window ... A: This is not a postage stamp, but a Christmas seal. It actually is inscribed Christmas 1943. The ... | |
| 1868 three-cent denomination Rose coloured variety U. S. postage Stamp | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a very old US and World stamp collection and am interested to know whether this particular ... A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 65. The catalog value is $3.00. ... | |
| Stamp color guides and uv lights | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: I collect used US single stamps and have been for 50 years. 1. What is the best color guide to use? ... A: There is only one commercially available philatelic color guide. It is produced and sold by Stanly ... | |
| 1971 8 cent stamp | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: i have 5 unused 3 1/2 x 6 1/2 envelopes that have a cancelled postmarked 7/1/71 on an 8 cent stamp. ... A: This is a first day cover. The lack of address is considered a plus. The stamp is listed in the ... | |
| Difference in following stamp #'s | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: # 730 and # 766 also # 731 and # 767 also 735 and # 768 also # 750 and # 770 also # 751 and # 769 . ... A: The difference between the regularly issued souvenir sheets and the special printing souvenirs ... | |
| post marked stamps | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: I came across a some stamps but 90% of them are post marked, would they possible be worth anything? A: The most expensive stamp in the world is used. It is possible that your stamps could have value. ... | |
| U.S.P.S. envelope | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I too have an unused 3-1/2 X 6-1/2 white envelope. On the lower left are the words "FIRST DAY OF ... A: This is a first day cover. The lack of address is considered a plus. The stamp is listed in the ... | |
| 3 cent stamp | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: If you could, please give me the value of a 3 cent Liberty stamp. It has not been postmarked and is ... A: Your stamp is one of two varieties. If there are perforations all around the stamp is listed in the ... | |
| Stamp value | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I have an original sealed sheet of stamps called "50 state birds and flowers mint set, item 801. ... A: There are two perforation varieties for this stamp. One variety has the stamps perforated 10 1/2 x ... | |
| stamps i found | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I found these stamps. Do you know the value of them? Thanks! http://de.tinypic.com/r/wmkqh/6 ... A: The stamps in your illustration are all fairly common. Non has a catalog value of as much as $1.00. ... | |
| Post card from 1st NJ airmail flight | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a few questions regarding a postcard that is in a stamp collection I inherited from my ... A: This is an airmail event cover. Many, many thousands of events were commemorated. The 1930's was the ... | |
| Civil War Stamps Follow up | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: The sheet came with a book, The Civil War, A Collection of US Commemorative Stamps 1861-1865, from ... A: The 1994 copyright date is normal it is on every stamp. The copyright date is not always the issue ... | |
| !932 Mount Vernon stamp | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I will appreciate help locating a red 2 cent Mount Vernon and 3 cent Mount Vernon stamps. I have ... A: I will make the assumption that what you have are cut squares from the Washington Bicentennial ... | |
| pre- stamped envelopes 19th century | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: My dad has an extensive stamp collection, but recently bought a large volume of embossed/pre-stamped ... A: To catalog the envelopes you will need the Scott Specialized Catalog of United States Stamps and ... | |
| German stamps on cover/watermarks | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: Sir, I have an envelope with 20 stamps from the Deutsche Reich error. On this cover are 6 in a ... A: There is no easy way to determine the watermark of a stamp on cover . The best way is to use the ... | |
| stamps i found | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: I found these stamps at my grandparents house, but I do not know anything about stamps (see ... A: The stamps in your scan are common. None has a catalog value of as much as $1.00. Most have the ... | |
| First Day of Issue | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1947 Thomas A. Edison stamp first day of issue envelope. The envelope is in perfect ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate s first day cover. First is the stamp. Your stamp ... | |
| 1955 envelope | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: Sir, I have a first day of issue 1955 Fort Ticonderoga envelope with a 4 stamp plate block signed by ... A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 1071 The catalog value of the plate ... | |
| my mothers stamp collection | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: I recently found my mothers stamp collection. There are many stamps from around the globe. They ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| inherited stamps | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: there are probably 2 thousand assorted stamps from usa and abroad. most are from the 40's and 50's.i ... A: The 5/8c stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number RB23. The catalog value is ... | |
| 8 CENT PHARMACY STAMP??? | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: I'm curious to know if you have ever heard or seen a set of wine glasses and carafe with the 8 cent, ... A: Stamp collectors collect stamps. Most do not collect glasses. I can't imagine that many stamp ... | |
| strange stamp | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: i have a stamp that i cannot seem to find in a catalouge. it is a green U.S.POSTAGE 5c it says ... A: The stamp was issued in 1964 to honor the doctors who founded the Mayo Clinic. It is listed in the ... | |
| Texas Centennial stamp and envelope | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I have an envelope from Texas, 1936 that is decorated with the official "Texas Under Six Flags ... A: This is in the category of what collectors call event covers. In this case, the event was the Texas ... | |
| Stamps | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: These stanps are 1851=67 issue but I cannot tell the difference among rose, rose pink or pink? Can ... A: Color is a difficult concept in philately. There have been books written on the subject. Fading, ... | |
| Two Cent Harding postmark | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: On all Marion, Ohio first day cancellations of the Two Cent Harding on September 1, 1923 there is a ... A: The abbreviations C and D are used on many machine cancels. They have nothing to do with the first ... | |
| Ship cover | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: This is an interesting looking cover I have not seen before. Does it have any value and historic ... A: A ship marking is applied on a letter which was carried on a ship that did not have a contract to ... | |
| 1898 US stamp - no record | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: I have an orange United States Inter.Revenue stamp with a face value of 3/8cent. On the stamp there ... A: This is a revenue stamp. Before the introduction of the income tax in 1913, the primary way the ... | |
| Cover | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: Forte: Attached is a cover, unfortunately only the face of it, with a blue stamp. Circa 1858. Will ... A: The notation below the cover indicates the stamp on the covers is Scott 18. I cannot confirm that ... | |
| Identificatiion of a cover | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: The attached cover has a flag symbol on it. Is it of any historic interest or value? Thank you. A: This is a civil war patriotic cover. The marking is also unusual. Stamps were required on letters ... | |
| selling gold stamps | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a collection of gold stamps (22kt gold) and I would like to sell them. Where do you ... A: Gold stamps are not sought by most stamp collectors. They are not stamps, but rather curiosities ... | |
| 50 cent inter revenue stamp | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: I found on an old note dated 1870 a blueish 50 cent inter revenue stamp. It has a picture of George ... A: This is a revenue stamp. Before the introduction of the income tax in 1913, the primary way the ... | |
| Cancelled stamps | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: I inherited several thousand cancelled stamps. They are from the U.S. and Global (Europe, Asia, ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| Paid 4.5c | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: Good morning.I have 8 US Postage differents,you can see one exemple on the photo.It can see on these ... A: This is not a postage stamps. It is cut from a cover. It is not listed in Scott. A permit is a ... | |
| Stamps | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: My grandpa had just given me some stamps a while back. I didn't think about it at the time but i was ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| International Stamps | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I have many cancelled stamps that my family collected while living in Eurpoe for 7 years. I wanted ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| c.t.o. | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: I saw your helpful answer on the above subject. If stamps are CTO does that mean there will be no ... A: There is no relationship between canceled to order stamps and the availability of unused stamps. I ... | |
| stamps | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: Value: unused 4 cent Lincoln / 2 cent Nations United For Victory / 6 cent Battle of Bunkers Hill ... A: The vast majority of unused U.S. stamps issued since 1936 have no premium value. Sales usually take ... | |
| Confederate Stamps | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: I'm seeing Confederate stamps being sold on Ebay. My Minkus All American stamp book doesn't have ... A: Confederate stamps are actually very popular. They have been studied in great depth. Basic listing ... | |
| what to do with stamps | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: Inherited a collection of stamps. Owner was a president of stamp club in the 1950's. Most of the ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| First Day of Issue-Military | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I would like to get a value on an envelope that has a First Day of Issue stamp below the 3 cent ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. With only a ... | |
| Hawthorne | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if the stamp I have is worth anything now or possibly in the future. Its a ... A: Gold stamps are not sought by most stamp collectors. They are not stamps, but rather curiosities ... | |
| George Eastman | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I have George Eastman, 1954 " First Day of Issue " is there any value to these ? A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. With only a ... | |
| World FDC value | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: Is there a catalog out there that lists value for FDC of the world? It seems that the Scott Classic ... A: There is no catalog of worldwide first day covers. The Scott Classic Specialized Catalog prices ... | |
| stamp collection | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I have an old stamp collection, quite a few stamps from the Soviet Union and the Far East. I would ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| Post Marked Stamps | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I have hundreds and hundreds of postmarked stamps, most of them are from Asian countries (boy they ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| Scott # 613 | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I belive that I may have the Scott # 613.Can you tell me the differences to look for in comparison ... A: U.S. Scott #613 is perforated 11 and printed on a rotary press. The dimensions of the actual image ... | |
| First Day Issue Envelopes | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I inherited numerous first day issue envelopes and a stamp collection from my dad. He was an avid ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. With only a ... | |
| Documentary Tax Stamps | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: I found the following stamps in an envelope of stuff from my great grandfathers printing company. ... A: U.S. revenue stamps are listed on the Scott Specialized Catalog of United States Stamps and Covers. ... | |
| FDC-PT 109 Kennedy | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a collection of four 1964 FDCs relating to Kennedy. One is 5c stamp FDC postmarked Boston May ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. The 1964 ... | |
| polish stamps and some from cuba | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I have about 280 stamps,none of them are used and i would say about 70-80% of them are Polish the ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| value | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1894 uncancelled stamp on an envelope. It is a two cent, red, side view of Washiington ... A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 220. The catalog value for an ... | |
| Stamp color | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a number of Scott 64, 64b or 65 stamps but cannot tell the difference between pink, rose pink ... A: Color is a very difficult aspect of philately. The way that expert committees determine color is by ... | |
| 23-karat gold stamps | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: I own a certified collection of 23k gold commemorative postage stamps of Dominica honouring the 75th ... A: Gold stamps are not sought by most stamp collectors. They are not stamps, but rather curiosities ... | |
| Hawaiian Missionary stamp | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5 cent Hawaiian Missionary stamp, but I dont know how to check for fake or forgeries...I ... A: Here is a web site with detailed information about the stamps: ... | |
| 3 cent stamp | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: We are looking for the history and value of a 3 cent embossed stamped on a canary envelope. Please ... A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Specialized Catalog of United States Stamps and Covers as number ... | |
| Identifying Canadian stamp | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: I found this Canadian stamp among a bunch of old stamps that ran the gamut from the late 1800's to ... A: This is cut from a postal card or envelope. As such it is not listed in standard catalogs. If the ... | |
| US Stamps | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: I have the complete Commemorative year sets -1972,1973,1974,1975,1976,1977,1978,1979,1980..of United ... A: The vast majority of unused U.S. stamps issued since 1936 have no premium value. Sales usually take ... | |
| what to do? | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I have approximately 15000= international stamps 1860 - 1930, some loose, some mounted in some old ... A: The most important advise I can offer is not to remount the collections. Collectors definitely enjoy ... | |
| Estimated value of Stamps | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a Martha Washington 4c stamp with a first airplane cancellation. Coil, perf. 11, flat plate ... A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 601. The catalog value is 35c. ... | |
| postcards with printed postage | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: My mom gave me a pile of old blank US postcards with 2 cents postage printed on them. Also a few ... A: These items are listed in Scott Specialized Catalog of United States Stamps and Covers. This should ... | |
| pricing guides and an indonesian stamp | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: i've been cleaning out a house my cousin-in-law inherited from his uncle, who collected stamps. most ... A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 1291. The catalog value is 25c. ... | |
| fdc golden proof replicas of us stamps | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: i have inherited a collection of these stamps dating from 1987 to 1992 can you tell me if they have ... A: Gold stamps are not sought by most stamp collectors. They are not stamps, but rather curiosities ... | |
| Stamp Irregularities | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: I have two copies of the "Empire State" Express (A110 in the Scott's Catalog.) The first is centered ... A: The nature of the printing process of the 2c Pan American, Scott 295, means that every sheet printed ... | |
| Tokyo Bay ship cancels | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: Can you tell me if the ships in Tokyo Bay for the Japanese surrender were given an official ... A: There was no official directive for ships at Tokyo Bay to create a cachet or special. Not every ship ... | |
| Misprinted Olympic stamp UK | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: This may be outside your expertise, but wondered if you might be able to help. My mum (now 81) ... A: I checked through a range of specialized catalogs and none of them list any significant varieties of ... | |
| Early American Postcards | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: I have two postcards (cancelled)bearing the date March 17, 1879. Both are the same and bear the ... A: The card is listed in the Scott Specialized Catalog of United States Stamps and Covers. The catalog ... | |
| Historic cancellation | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a Belium German Occupation Stamp (Scott N14)from World War I which has a cancellation ... A: The cancel is not of significance. There are collectors who collect town cancels and there is a ... | |
| Signed German stamps | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know the importance and ligitimacy of signed or expertised German stamps that have ... A: A signature or small stamp on the back of a stamp signifies that the stamp has been examined by the ... | |
| new stamp colletctor | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: i just bought a 1950's world stamp book with over 100-200 loss stamps. i know nothing about stamps. ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| U.S. stamps - golden replicas | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: Jim, Golden replicas of United States Stamps, first day covers 1994 & 1995, question, are they ... A: Gold stamps are not sought by most stamp collectors. They are not stamps, but rather curiosities ... | |
| Hyphen PERFORATEUR 7/Rouletted 5 1 / 2 | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: I n' do not manage to put a price on these stamps, I would like to know s' they have a certain ... A: These are revenue stamps. Before the introduction of the income tax in 1913, the primary way the ... | |
| The 23 Karat Gold Proof Collection | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: I found a book called "The 23 Karat Gold Proof Collection of United States Stamp Classics." Is ... A: Gold stamps are not sought by most stamp collectors. They are not stamps, but rather curiosities ... | |
| stamp | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: Sir, here is the large image of the stamp of "SAHARA OCIDENTAL" so please tell me from which ... A: The first stamp is from Western Sahara. This is not a recognized stamp issuing entity. The stamp is ... | |
| To identify the stamps in mage and it's value | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: I couldn't identify the stamps of my collection which is in the image attached to this question. So, ... A: I need a better scan (jpg format at 150 dpi) of the Sahara Occidental stamp to identify it. The ... | |
| To identify the stamps in mage and it's value | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: I couldn't identify the stamps of my collection which is in the image attached to this question. So, ... A: The countries are as follows: Yugoslavia - East Germany - Need a better scan - Bulgaria Bulgaria - ... | |
| Concorde | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: I wonder if you can assist. I have a 1969 first flight Concorde fdc with Bristol postmark and it ... A: The first day cover in the scan is worth considerately less than my initial evaluation. I assumed ... | |
| usa stamps | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: 1. how many stamps issued in usa for olympic and the first issue on when. A: The first specific U.S. Olympic stamp was issued for the 1932 Los Angeles games. There was a set of ... | |
| Concorde | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: I wonder if you can assist. I have a 1969 first flight Concorde fdc with Bristol postmark and it ... A: The first day cover has a catalog value between £5.00 and £175.00 depending on the cancel and ... | |
| value of VATICAN blocks and corner blocks | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: In my collection of Vatican stamps I have stamps that I spent many dollars on. It seems that an ... A: Vatican City is a country that was much more popular many years ago than it is now. The height of ... | |
| 3 cent washington | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 cent Washington on page 5 of all American stamp album issue of 1867 with grill marks on ... A: It can be hard to measure and identify a grill. It is usually easier to measure from the reverse. ... | |
| World War II stamps | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: I have the following stamps that were collected by either my Mom or Dad, I think in 1944-1945. My ... A: The stamps you describe are all common. In the order of your listing, these ate the Scott ... | |
| Stamp Catalogue Number | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a question about an Austria stamp. The stamp looks like, Scott Catalogue, P36, Picture N10. ... A: The Scott Catalog number is the same. You would need to describe the perforation with the catalog ... | |
| I found my grandpas stamp collection... | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I recently rediscovered my grandpas stamp collection and need help in organizing these. Very few are ... A: The link you sent is showing graded stamps. One the finest possible copies are sent for grading. The ... | |
| Arlington 50 cent blue | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: I came across a blue variation of the arlington 50 cent stamp the other day, and while it seems to ... A: I'm sorry I won't be able to give the answer you want. This is a faded, possibly bleached or ... | |
| us stamps circa 1940s | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: jim, i have an envelope with uncancelled stamps from the mid fourties. 2 stamps are red 2c john ... A: The vast majority of unused U.S. stamps issued since 1936 have no premium value. Sales usually take ... | |
| 1908-1909 penny postcards with stamps | 9/26/2009 |
| Q: I have acquired some penny postcards from a relative who passed away- I am wondering how much the ... A: There are some very specific stamps that have have stamp value that you would find on 1908-1909 ... | |
| junk or not? | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I have binders of stamps that were my aunts. Some are on envelopes, some not, some have postage ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| Five Stamps Internal Revenue USA | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: I found these five stamps in some old papers I had aquired a few years ago and haven't had time to ... A: These are the Scott Catalog Numbers and catalog values for each of these stamps: 50c Mortgage - ... | |
| Old Washington imperf X stamp (10 cents) | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I was looking through an old bunch of stamps from an estate sale when a strange imperf stamp with ... A: Unfortunately, while the stamp design is very old, the stamp is not so old. It is cut from a ... | |
| 8c first day of issue | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I have 24 cacheted envelopes with 8 cent stamps attached, and all cancelled in Tulsa OK July 1, ... A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 1396. The catalog value for a first ... | |
| Current market value | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: Mr. Forte, years a go, wen I was cleaning my aunt garage I did found some stamps, and for some ... A: These stamps will be listed in Scott Postage Stamp Catalog. The Yemen and Germany stamps will be ... | |
| Grandfathers collection of First Day Covers | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: I came across several books of First Day Covers from 1940 to 1960's. They belonged to my Grandfather ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. You can find ... | |
| Thematic Stamp Collection | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: I am a beginner and would like to do a thematic stamp collection. If I choose a topic "Dogs", for ... A: There is an organization called the American Topical Society that publishes lists of stamps by ... | |
| STAMPS | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: JIM, I LOST MY MOM NOT LONG AGO AND TOOK ON THE TASK OF TRAVELING BACK AND FORTH AND CLEARING OUT MY ... A: All of the best collections ever formed were hinged. The concept of 'never hinged' stamps came into ... | |
| Ottawa Ohio post office | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: Ohio.The town was formed in 1834. It is stated in various local history books that when Ottawa went ... A: You can't confuse towns or any other kind of political division and post offices. A post office can ... | |
| Golden replicas | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: We recently received several books of golden replica stamp albums. There are 18 albums from 1984 to ... A: Gold stamps are not sought by most stamp collectors. They are not stamps, but rather curiosities ... | |
| Ottawa Ohio post office | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: Ohio.The town was formed in 1834. It is stated in various local history books that when Ottawa went ... A: The first office with the name Ottawa as in Ottawa county. It was first opened in 1839 in Sandusky ... | |
| US First Day Covers & Special Covers. | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a collection of US First Day Covers & Special Covers. I am missing the last 4 pages. Which ... A: There are many places to purchase first day covers. If there is a stamp store in your area, they may ... | |
| RE: Guide for us revenue stamps | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: Where can I find a price guide/catalog for the back of the book United States revenue stamps? So I ... A: Basic revenue stamps are listed in Volume I of the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog. More types of ... | |
| Embossed Postage | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: The 2 envelopes attached were found in a large stack of letters in a house on my family's property. ... A: This is an example of a postal stationery envelope. They are being produced. You can get them at ... | |
| Care and storage for First Day Issue Stamped Envelopes | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I receive many 1st day issue stamped envelopes (addressed) that come in a a plastic/cellophane ... A: You are correct that cellophane is a poor choice for long term storage. The biggest problem is that ... | |
| used postage stamps | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: Mr. Forte, I have a shoebox full of stamps that a great Aunt gave me many years ago, in the early ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| cans full of thousands of stamps | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: I am just beginning to sort through cans and a shoebox that I received full of stamps. I don't have ... A: Perhaps surprisingly, 10-12,000 stamps is not a large collection. A packet of 10,000 different ... | |
| Fist day covers | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a complet set of 1940 famous Americans with Crosby catchets.could you give me some idea of ... A: At retail, you can expect to pay $5.00 to $7.00 each for the 1c, 2c and 3c values, $6.00-$10.00 for ... | |
| 1937 First Day Cover | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a very large collection of First Day Covers. On one of the covers there is written "error" ... A: This is a case of using the wrong cachet for the first day. This is the sort of error that ... | |
| Father''s collection of war correspondences, post caards and stamps | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: I have finally found time to get into my father's old foot locker full of letters from the early ... A: In general, the letter content of covers from the 1940's is not significant. World War II soldiers ... | |
| German Stamp | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I have recently purchased a large stamp collection at an estate, and found a large envelope of ... A: This stamp, sometimes know as the 'Blue Flea', paid a postal tax to help underwrite the cost of West ... | |
| Stamps found | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: Going through some of my moms old "junk" found a Postal Savings Plan booklet (Form PS 333-25A) with ... A: The Postal Savings System helped fun WWII. The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog ... | |
| Selling my stamps | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: I received a stamp collection of 2,366 (Yes I counted them lol) stamps from all over the world. Most ... A: There is no one best way to sell a collection. it depends on the type of material and how quickly ... | |
| vetarns world war 1 | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: what is the history behind the vetarns world war 1 stamp? A: The stamp was issued in August 26, 1985 to honor WWI veterans. The stamp was issued one month after ... | |
| airmail envelope | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I previously sent a request about an airmail letter that was given to me when I was very young and ... A: This is a commercial trans pacific airmail cover. This is a popular collecting area. The cash value ... | |
| Leather postcard | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I have had this leather postcard,I received from great aunt,forever.It has a 1 cent benjamin ... A: Leather post cards are a novelty. They are unusual but not scarce or rare. They have no special ... | |
| GB Penny Red identification | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: I am a collector of primarily US stamps, so when a penny red plopped out of a bag I found myself ... A: This is Scott number 33. It was fist issued in 1864. The plate number identifies the stamp pretty ... | |
| Stamp with no country | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a stamp with a bird and a yellow background (Tockus flaviro...) that also says Ernst de Jong ... A: RSA is the county designation on its stamps for Republic of South Africa. Jim Forte You followed ... | |
| Preservation | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: How do you preserve your stamp collection? I have old family documents that I want to preserve for ... A: The best way to preserve any type of paper is to store it in a cool, dry (The ideal humidity is 40%) ... | |
| Namibia and South West Africa FDC | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a collection that started as Namibia and then was SWA given to me for my birthday by a friend ... A: "Worth selling" is a question that no one can answer. The value of any stamp or philatelic item ... | |
| value of collection | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: My father left me a fairly large collection of stamps when he passed away. After reading some of ... A: Age is not a determinate of value. What makes a stamp valuable is the same thing that makes anything ... | |
| 1900 - 1901 stamps | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a scrapbook dealing with the Prisoners of War at the Deadwood Camp on St. Helena. Some ... A: The stamps are of little or no significance. I will assume based on your description that the ... | |
| Ceylon and Chile | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: I found this stamp in 2008 Scoot A49. However, it is very clear that my stamp has a different ... A: The Ceylon stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 280. The catalog value is ... | |
| Stamps | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: Jim, I have an old stamp collecting book. It has 1873 Dept of State, Navy Dept and Dept of ... A: From 1873 to 1884 the U.S. post office issues official stamps. They were supplied to various ... | |
| first day issed stamps on special envelopes | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I have more than 100 old (1948-1970{?})first day issued stamps on special envelopes and have no idea ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. With only a ... | |
| Franklin Mint Collections | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: Commonwealth Silver Jubilee ist. day cover stamps are in a plastic envelope in an album.Post stamped ... A: Franklin Mint Collections are not sought by most collectors. They were advertised in mass market ... | |
| value of sveral Franklin Mint stamps collection | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: (1) United Nations Commemorative Firs Day covers celebrating 25th.anniversary. 36 stamps are in an ... A: Franklin Mint Collections are not sought by most collectors. They were advertised in mass market ... | |
| about 43rd annual convention of the society philatelic american stamp | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a stamp from 1937,43rd annual convention of the society philatelic american 10 cent stamp. ... A: Your description of the stamp pretty much tells the story of the stamp. It was issued in honor of a ... | |
| stamp/value | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1890 Abraham Lincion stamp, choc. color. i would like to know the value of the stamp A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 222. The catalog value is $120.00 ... | |
| 1918 red cross christmas stamp | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: i have found a set of 10 1918 red cross Christians stamps. they have the statue of liberty with a ... A: These are not postage stamps, but Christmas Seals. Christmas Seals were issued by the American ... | |
| Early American Postal Cards | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: Can you please give me an idea about the value of the early american (1890s) postal cards? A: You have two different kind of things. The postal cards are all common. They have a catalog vlaue in ... | |
| I may have to sell... | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: I have entires, first day of issue, with a 5.00 Princess Grace stamp and a 29 cent Grace Kelly stamp ... A: There are three factors to consider to U.S. first day covers. First is the stamp. The 29c Grace ... | |
| Cancelled Stamps | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: What is a cancelled stamp worth that is cancelled prior to the official issue date? This is a 98 ... A: Most U.S. stamps managed to be used before the issue date. I could find no reports of any sales of ... | |
| The American Presidential Stamps (Sterling Silver Relief) | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: Have Stamps for President Washington to President Johnson. Is there any value in these? A: What you have are not stamps. There are collectible created in the form of stamps. These would be of ... | |
| Cutting stamps off of envelopes | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: I was just given a bunch of stamps someone collected by ripping them off of their envelopes - with a ... A: Trimming the excess paper will not affect the value. If you had complete envelopes, trimming around ... | |
| Re: How to sell an anitque stamp collection | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: What is the best way to sell an antique 40 year-old stamp collection? I'm emailing from Kenya. The ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| Are my stamps worth anything? | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: Going through some old papers and boxes, I found a plaque with 4 United States Marine Corps 3 cent ... A: The short answer is that the value of your plaque is the labor and frame and labor, not the value of ... | |
| APS vs. Ebay | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: I have been given my father's collection of US and foreign stamps and used to collect them myself ... A: You would need to a member of the APS to but or sell on the APS site. That limits you to 35,000 to ... | |
| 1980 commemorative year set | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: What is the value of a us Postal Service Mint Set of 1980 commemorative and special stamps. They are ... A: The 1980 year set should have 31 stamps with a face value of $4.20. The catalog value for the stamps ... | |
| old stamps question | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I would like to ask you if you can tell me something about the stamps in the attached photo,are they ... A: From left to right, on the top column, the first stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog ... | |
| Wildlife Conservation Stamp | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I found an old black and white United States Wildlife Conservation stamp. It says in the upper right ... A: The stamp you are describing is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 1429. The ... | |
| value of stmp album | 6/20/2009 |
| Q: I have three World Wildlife stamp albums I need to sell. Could you tell me the possible value of ... A: It is difficult to give a very specific answer as you do not tell me what the exact stamps are in ... | |
| Puerto Rico Stamps | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: I have four stamps; the first one is a purple colored stamp with 3c on it. It says "La fortaleza" ... A: Your first stamp was one of 4 stamps issued in 1938 to honor U.S. territories. The stamp is listed ... | |
| Transportation series stamps | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: Have stumbled onto a roll of 13.2 Coal Car 1870's bulk rate stamps. Unsure if it is a 500 roll or ... A: If the roll is in its original packaging, it will have the size of the roll printed on a pieced of ... | |
| Christmas stamps from Postal Commemorative Society | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: I recently found 3 "pages" of commemorative stamps. They are all from the Postal Commemorative ... A: The Postal Commemorative Society markets to casual collectors. They advertise in mass market ... | |
| 1862 washington 3cent red | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: Is a hand canceled stamp worth more? A: This stamp has what stamp collector call a manuscript cancel or sometimes a pen cancel. Unless the ... | |
| Trangular JFK Stamp from Jordan | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: Worth anything? A: The stamps is from a set of six. The set is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as numbers ... | |
| Three Dollar stamp | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a paper written in 1871 for a mortgage and there is a stamp on the paper. It's bigger than a ... A: This is a revenue stamp. Before the introduction of the income tax in 1913, the primary way the ... | |
| First Day Issue Envelopes | 6/12/2009 |
| Q: I have nine first day issue envelopes, dated from July, 1969 to December, 1969. They have printed ... A: First day covers from the period have a Scott Catalog value of about $1.00 each. However, this price ... | |
| Registered Mail | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: I sometimes send Registered Mail to fictitious address in other countries in the hope that the cover ... A: In the U.S. registered mail that originates in the U.S. is taken very seriously. It is handled only ... | |
| Germany Stamps | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: Sorry for the second question (I forgot this one while I was typing the other). I also have a stamp ... A: Stamps with Hitler's portrait are not scarce or rate. Few, if any were destroyed. Most are fairly ... | |
| China and Japan | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: I collect world stamps. I have an awful large collection and have decided to organize my stamps for ... A: The best way to tell the difference between Japan and China stamps in the era where the country name ... | |
| value of stamp | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: Is a post-marked stamp of President Barack Obama worth anything. This stamp is from Liberia value at ... A: This stamp was issued too recently for it to be listed in the catalog, so I cannot quote you the ... | |
| apollo-soyuz 1975 mint sheet | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: Jim, I've got a sheet of 24 10c Apollo Soyuz stamps from 1975 (when I bought them!). Any value ... A: The vast majority of unused U.S. stamps issued since 1936 have no premium value. Sales usually take ... | |
| Gold stamps | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: We have; GREAT FIRST IN AVIATION MADE WITH TWENTY-THREE KARAT GOLD OFFICIAL POSTAL ISSUE OF THE ... A: Please re-read my original answer. Since 'gold stamps' are not stamps, it matter little which ones ... | |
| Georgia O'Keeffe stamps | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a completely imperforate collection of the 32c 1996 Georgia O'Keeffe red poppy stamps you ... A: I told you the catalog value is $1050. That is different than the retail value. Errors and freaks ... | |
| Stamp centering in regard to value | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: How does a person determine how to measure stamp centering in regard to value? A: The certainly seems like a simple question, but it is not. I have never seen any methodology ... | |
| appraisels | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: i was just what it would cost to get my stamps appraised,thats if you would know that i have an ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| Value of unique stamp | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: I came across a gold (?) stamp that is set on a blue velvet cardboard card, with plastic cover. I ... A: Gold stamps are not sought by most collectors. They are not stamps, but rather curiosities created ... | |
| fallow up | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: well i didnt know if the state stamps were valuable or not what i have is the replacas and the ... A: The set of 50 state flag stamps was issued in 1976. The stamps are listed in the Scott Postage Stamp ... | |
| postage stamps | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: my stamp collection over the years was caught underwater for about 3 wks when hurricane katrina ... A: I will assume you are talking about unused stamps. There is a huge difference in the value of ... | |
| Queen Elizabeth II Canada 4c stamp | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: I am in desperate need of some help and advice as I have just "inherited" thousands of stamps from ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| Value of stamps | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: I have several stamps of the Presidents of US (Franklin 1/2 c , Martha Washington 1 and 1/2 c block ... A: Here are the Scott Catalog numbers and the catalog value of your stamps. 1/2c Franklin - Scott 803 ... | |
| UN 2 cent post card | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I have an uncanceled 2 cent post card . It came in an envelop from Zenith Stamp Co, Brooklyn, NY. ... A: The card is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number UX1. The catalog value is 20c This ... | |
| history and worth | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: i have a Scott #987 stamp that i found a whole sheet of in a file and it is still in mint condition ... A: The stamp was issued in 1950 to honor the 75th Anniversary of the American Bankers Association. Each ... | |
| kennedy stamp | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for information about an interesting stamp: JFK on left, speaking on phone / globe ... A: This is a set of 6 stamps. I cannot specifically evaluate the stamp you have without knowing the ... | |
| Stamp values | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: In response to one query, you stated that the best way to find out what a stamp collection is worth ... A: If you read the balance of the answer to the question, I explain that you can get information ... | |
| series 1952 documentary stamp | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a W. Forward 3 dollar series 1952 stamp, unmarked but I believe it was on a document. My ... A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number R639. The catalog value is $3.50. ... | |
| state stamp collection | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a state stamp collection thats full i have all the acctual stamps and the 22ct gold replicas. ... A: Gold stamps are not sought by most collectors. They are not stamps, but rather curiosities created ... | |
| norman rockwell stamps | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: I have 50 stamps that I purchased in 1979 they are on envelopes with a duplicate painting next to ... A: Most stamps collectors have little interest in these kinds of collections. They were advertised in ... | |
| Stamp Collection | 4/28/2009 |
| Q: I inherited a very substantial stamp collection from my father. There are commemortive collections ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| Stamp collection | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: I inherited a stamp collection with some individually and others still attached to the envelopes. I ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| Stamp Book | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: When cleaning out my mother in laws house I came across a book of stamps. It was purchased in 1922 ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| US stamps from the space program | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: I just discovered some unused stamps that my father collected and stashed away. What would be the ... A: The vast majority of unused U.S. stamps issued since 1936 have no premium value. Sales usually take ... | |
| Which is more valuable? | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a collection of letters and post cards spanning 1877 to 1885. Many of the letters have ... A: DO NOT remove the stamps from the envelopes until you have had the covers evaluated. The portrait ... | |
| Early Post Cards | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: I have several PC from Puerto Rico late 19thC early 20thC. Often people would put the stamp on the ... A: Even though the Dominican Republic stamps are not tied to the card by a postmark, the stamps may be ... | |
| Early Post Cards | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: I have several PC from Puerto Rico late 19thC early 20thC. Often people would put the stamp on the ... A: During the height of the post card craze from 1907 to 1914, collectors who exchanged cards where the ... | |
| 1989 self adhesive canadian stamp | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a full book of 39cent self adhesive postage stamps. They were the first ones made in Canada ... A: The vast majority of unused Canada stamps issued since 1950 have no premium value. Sales usually ... | |
| Winco 22k gold collectible stamps | 4/11/2009 |
| Q: I cannot find these by searching the internet. I must be asking for the wrong thing. I have a 1973 ... A: Gold stamps are not sought by most collectors. They are not stamps, but rather curiosities created ... | |
| 5c GW upside down | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: whats it woth 2 @@@@@IMAGE:21458:Stamps-Philately-1610/2009/04/5c-GW-usd.jpg##### ANSWER: The stamp ... A: With a certificate, depending on the exact condition of the stamp, you could expect to receive ... | |
| 5c GW upside down | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: whats it woth 2 A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number R107a. The catalog value is ... | |
| Minkus WW Album | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: I'm looking for the Minkus album called: MINKUS COMPREHENSIVE WORLD-WIDE STAMP ALBUM. Where can I ... A: Minkus was purchased by Amos Press a few year ago. They seem to be offering mainly supplements. ... | |
| 2 dollar bill with13 c pre first day cancellation | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: I have 4 pristine two $ bills with 13 cent stamps{1 each}Eagle and shield. They are Postmarked April ... A: The date is not a pre first day of the stamp. The stamp was issued as issued December 1, 1975. The ... | |
| I have some stamps that I would like to know how much they are worth? | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: I have stamps with Andrew Jackson on it for 10 cents from September 29, 1972, the color is somewhat ... A: The stamps are listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as numbers 1286, 1209 or 1225, and 1180. ... | |
| SHEET OF TRUMAN 8 CENT STAMPS AND MORE | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: What is the value of the following: a sheet of 8-cent Harry S. Truman stamps (32 stamps with the ... A: The 8c Truman stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 1499. The catalog value ... | |
| PCS Binders--Value | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: I have several Postal Commemorative Society "First Day Covers From Around The World" binders. The ... A: Postal Commemorative Society created these covers to market to casual collectors. They were ... | |
| U.S. Airmail service 1st day cover | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: Have cover postmarked May 15 1918 with inscription "first trip" from Washington DC to Philadelphia ... A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number C3. The cover you have is a first ... | |
| official birds and flowers cover collection | 3/15/2009 |
| Q: My father, when i was smaller, purchased the official birds and flowers of our fifty states first ... A: These kinds of collections are not sought by most stamp collectors. They were advertised in mass ... | |
| Are they worth anything | 3/11/2009 |
| Q: While going through my deceased father's possessions I have found First Day of Issue stamps from ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| Souvenir First Flight Cachet | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a souvenir cachet from United Air Lines. The enclosed letter on United Air Lines stationery ... A: This is what collectors call a first flight cover. There is a multi volume listing called the ... | |
| Scott Numbers and Pictures | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: My children (and I) wish to start collecting PANDA theme stamps. I've made inquiries from stamp ... A: There are no online catalogs that offer illustrations and valuations for every stamp. Catalog ... | |
| First Day Cover valuation | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: I wonder if you will be able to help me. I am originally from Bristol in the UK. Last month I came ... A: I will assume that your first day cover has three stamps on it and has a printed illustration at the ... | |
| us stamps | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: I have books of f ull pages of stamps from 1945 on until my uncle retired from the post office. How ... A: To value the stamps you will need the Scott Specialized Catalog of United States Stamps and Covers. ... | |
| Postal Commemorative Society ? | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: I recently came accross a US 50 years commemorative album of mint stamps brought out by the "Postal ... A: The Postal Commemorative Society is not part of the USPS. It is a private company. They advertised ... | |
| Georgia O'Keeffe sheet | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: Here is a follow up to the email below. Hope this helps. Thank you for your time. Lani Hello! The ... A: The size of illustrations is limited in AllExperts, but based on the illustration it appears you ... | |
| Gold plated coronation stamps (UK) | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: solid sterling silver replicas (stamps) called the coronation issue to commemorate the 25th ... A: You have two separate categories of items here. The sterling silver replicas are not stamps. Stamp ... | |
| Franklin 30c | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: I want your opinion as an expert in U.S.A stamps, because I bought a big collection of stamps from ... A: This appears to a faded violet stamp. However, You can never made a blanket statement about color ... | |
| perf postage | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: first of all love your web site, my question is i have 3 or 4 stamps u.s. that are missing the perf ... A: A single missing perforation is of no significance. Some stamps are known with no perforations ... | |
| Historic Stamp Collection | 2/21/2009 |
| Q: I have from the Postmaster of America the Official States of the Union Historic Stamp Collection ... A: The vast majority of U.S. stamps issued since 1936 have no premium value. Sales usually take place ... | |
| stamp collection values | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: i have... 1) 50 years of us comm. stamps starting with 1939 thru 1988 with the postal comm. ... A: Pre-made stamp collections by firms like the Postal Commemorative Society are not sought by most ... | |
| First day issue stamps by The Flintkote Co. | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: I have approximately 180 first day issue stamps and envelopes from the Flintkote Co. They were sent ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. With only a ... | |
| old used stamps on envelopes | 2/19/2009 |
| Q: We found some old letters post marked generally during 1932-34. The stamps used are primarily ... A: I can't give you any specific information about what you have because I can't see the material. In ... | |
| Williams Stamp Company | 2/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a really fun collection of stamps that I purchased in 1973 from the Williams Stamp Company. ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| revalued post card | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: My Grandfather gave me a stack of green 1c Jefferson post cards. Some are plain, some have been ... A: The vast majority of unused U.S. stamps issued since 1936 have no premium value. Sales usually take ... | |
| how much does these stamps worth? | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: i just want to know if one of this stamps worth any value and i also have alot of espana old stamps ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| correctly saving and displaying | 2/13/2009 |
| Q: I am an extremely novice collector - I usually buy two panes(not sure if that is correct term)- I ... A: In many ways stamp collecting is a very individualistic hobby. There are no rules. Collect any way ... | |
| 1893 Columbian 4 cent block | 2/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a block four 1893 Columbian Exposition 4 cent stamps. I assume they came off the same sheet. ... A: If the stamps are attached, there is no way that could not be from the same sheet. As to value, all ... | |
| US Post WW2 APO Cancels | 2/10/2009 |
| Q: Jim, your online catalog for WW2 APO cancels is excellent. Are there any comparable catalogs out ... A: There is no price guide available for post war A.P.O. cancels. The zip code era with 5 digit ... | |
| 19th Century Envelopes | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: Eight years ago I inherited some of my late Grandfather's possessions including, 40 to 50 stamped ... A: It is very likely there is some value to the covers you have. The best way to explore the potential ... | |
| inherited stamp collection | 2/8/2009 |
| Q: I have recently acquired my late father-in-law's stamp collection (I use the term loosely) which ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| Value of stamp | 2/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a stamp I need to obtain the value of. I was hoping maybe you would know if it is valuable. ... A: The Utah Centennial is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 950. The catalog value is ... | |
| inverted swan | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: I have inherited my grandpa's collection of stamps and i found an Inverted Swan in the mix. It looks ... A: Unless you know your Grandfather spent thousands of dollars to build his collection, the odds of a ... | |
| UX27 1c jefferson post card | 2/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a complete sheet of UX27, 1c jefferson, uncut, unused. This sheet is 4 stamps horizontal by 9 ... A: U.S. postal cards were supplied in full sheets. This was done so the reverse could be printed. This ... | |
| gold stamp collections | 2/1/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 stamp collections, please tell me the value of each if I were to sell them. The description ... A: Gold stamps are not sought by most stamp collectors. They are not stamps, but rather curiosities ... | |
| Stamps, !860 0n.. | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: i have an in depth collection that was passed to me.. Easily 40 years of organization,.. Where ... A: Every collection is different. The best way to sell some collections is by auction. A direct sale to ... | |
| 1980 Olympic full sheets uncirculated | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: I have full sheets of 1980 Olympic stamps.10 cent Decathlon, 15, 31 Airmail and another 15 cent ... A: The vast majority of U.S. stamps issued since 1936 have no premium value. Sales usually take place ... | |
| Regarding penny black | 1/24/2009 |
| Q: I collect stamps from around the world. I am interested in adding a Penny black to my collection. I ... A: A penny black is not a rare stamp. It is very popular. The stamp has a Scott Catalog value of $375 ... | |
| FDC upside down | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a UN New-York scott # 120 First Day of Issue with stamp stamping and address placed upside ... A: This is an error made by the person who prepared the cover. It of of absolutely no significance. ... | |
| stamps and envelopes | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: The dates I had given were wrong, they are dated between 1960-1975, not 1800's. Here are some ... A: These are first day covers. There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First ... | |
| British Red Penny | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: Jim, I believe that the attached image is one of the early british stamps. Can you help me ... A: The stamps in your image are from Great Britain. The stamp on the left is listed in the Scott ... | |
| Presidental letter envelopes with stamps dating 1911 and up or older | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: I have found a bag of envelopes with presidents on them dating back yearly 1900's with their stamps ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| Inverted Jenny | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: I found an inverted jenny in my uncle's collection he left me. I don't know if it is real and it ... A: The odds of your stamp being genuine are exceeding long. Most likely, it is a photograph, not even a ... | |
| Stamp Values | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: I am new to stamp collecting and was wondering what the value of some stamps that I have collected. ... A: I will assume that you unused stamps. The vast majority of U.S. stamps issued since 1936 have no ... | |
| First Day Issues w/22kt gold replici | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: I recently bought at a flea market for $20, eight books of first day issue envelopes with the 22kt ... A: Gold stamps are not sought by most collectors. They are not stamps, but rather curiosities created ... | |
| US Postal Service Envelope | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: I have an unused 3 1/2 x 6 1/2 white envelope. On the lower front left are the words "First Day Of ... A: This it the cacheted envelope that was prepared for the 8c Inauguration of the Postal Service stamp ... | |
| STAMP COLLECTION | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: My mother owns 1,000's of stamps, we would like to know if you have a club in Brick, New Jersey or a ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| 1871 5kr hungary | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: Here is the attached picture. Thank You, Joe A: This is cut out from a postal stationery envelope. This is listed in the Higgins & Gage Postal ... | |
| follow up ? from 1/5/09 | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: Forte Thank you for getting back to me so quickly. This was my first inquiry: I have an old ... A: I have been a full time stamp dealer since 1985 and a collector since childhood. I have come to the ... | |
| value of USS Lexington 1939 cache cover | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: My uncle was a Pharmacist Mate on the USS Lexington in 1939 He wrote us a letter postmarked 1/17/39 ... A: What you describe is a Crosby cover. Most Crosby covers were used on collector created covers, but ... | |
| Elvis Commemorative Stamp Full Sheet | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a full sheet of "Legends of American Music" Elvis Presley Stamps in their original sleeve ... A: All full sheet of 35 is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 2730a. The catalog value ... | |
| Spain overprints?? | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: I recently came across some Spain overprints I am having a problem cataloging. (I assume they are ... A: You are actually asking about two separate things. The overprinted stamps were done during the ... | |
| 3c Ultramarine Perf 11 Wash/Frank Issue | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: Jim, I found an Ultramarine 3c Perf. 11 Washington Head (Third Bureau issue) It's not Purple like ... A: The definitive work om 20th Century U.S. Stamps by Max Johl notes that Scott #501 "...the stamp is ... | |
| British Perfins | 12/24/2008 |
| Q: How does a perfin effect the value of 1800 to 1910 stamps of Britain A: The answer to this would be that it depends on the stamp and on the p perfin. A common stamp will ... | |
| Austria 1850 1 kreuzer gold stamp? | 12/23/2008 |
| Q: I have some 24 kt gold electroplate on sterling silver stamps, I think they are commemorative stamps ... A: I am frequently asked about 'gold stamps'. Most gold stamps are gold foil on cardboard, with no ... | |
| 1891 covers | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: My father-in-law just sent me 45 lbs of old stamps/letters. Some date back to 1891 (so far that's as ... A: I can only offer general guidance without seeing the stamps and covers. There are many factors that ... | |
| Large supply of postmarked international stp | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: I inherited thousands+++ of postmarked envelopes and stamps from my British Uncle. Most are dated ... A: Unfortunately there is no easy guide to evaluate most covers. I specialize in buying and selling ... | |
| Identifying retabed Israel Stamps | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: I am looking for information on reattaching tabs or retabing of Israel stamps. I am going to ... A: I am unaware if specific methods for determined if tabs have been re-attached. What I can offer is ... | |
| roosevelt 6c / jefferson 1c book | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: I RECENTLY FOUND A MOSTLY FULL BOOK OF UNUSED ROOSEVELT 6C AND JEFFERSON 1C STAMPS. I HAVE FOUND ... A: I am going to have to make an assumption about what you have. My best guess is that you have a ... | |
| stamps | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: Hey Jim; I have a whole bunch of stamps international and U.S stamps from many different countries ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| Grills | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: The question remains unanswered: HOW CAN YOU FIND GRILLS ON A STAMP? Are they obvious and easy to ... A: There us no trick to see a grill on a stamp. Grills are visible from both the front and back of the ... | |
| 22kt golg us stamp | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: i would like to know how much it is worth please contact me via email A: Gold stamps are not sought by most collectors. They are not stamps, but rather curiosities created ... | |
| Jefferson PostalCard - One Cent :Postcard | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: .. I have a postcard postmarked 1901. Jefferson is surrounded by laurel leaves with his name only ... A: The term postal refers to a postcard where the postage has been preprinted by the government. They ... | |
| Stamps & Envelopes | 12/7/2008 |
| Q: My mother just gave me a bundle of about 40 First Day Issue envelopes with the stamps (they are all ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. With only a ... | |
| Stamp origin and value. | 12/5/2008 |
| Q: I found some stamps (block of 4) recently while going through some old stuff at my grandmother's. ... A: The stamp is from Great Britain and was issued in 1937. The stamp paid the rate for surface letters ... | |
| stamp; andrew jackson | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: i nave two andrew jackson stamps it is green in color his head is facing to the right, at the bottom ... A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number either 1209 or 1225. Scott 1209 has ... | |
| 1 Cent Franklin | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: I have found a Franklin stamp in my collection and am having a very hard time cataloging it. I am ... A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 9. The catalog value is $130.00. ... | |
| stamp markings | 12/3/2008 |
| Q: What are the colored numbers found in the border on full sheets? Does the lower number make ... A: I am guessing that you are referring to what are called plate numbers. Most stamps are printed from ... | |
| U.S revenues | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: I have been collecting for about two years now and i cant seem to find out where people would ... A: There are many dealers who offer U.S. Revenue stamps. You might want to consider a search on ... | |
| Stamp Question | 11/29/2008 |
| Q: I have attached a picture of a stamp that I am trying to get the value of for my aunt and was ... A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 65. The catalog value is $3.00. The ... | |
| misprint 1994 Civil War postage stamps | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: My daughter has a full sheet of the 1994 32cent Civil War US postage stamps. She was told by a ... A: The sheet that had a design error was called the 'Legends of the West'. The portrait of Bill Pickett ... | |
| age of stamp | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a post card that I am trying to sell, but can't tell the year that it was postmarked. It has ... A: The stamp you are describing was issued in late 1908. A new design was issued on 1912. However, all ... | |
| world wide stamps | 11/26/2008 |
| Q: I purchased a box of books from a auction and one of the books turned out to be a stamp album with ... A: There are many kinds of 'worth'. The odds are that 800 used stamps from the 1960's onward have ... | |
| Value of stamps | 11/26/2008 |
| Q: I have three volumes of Postal Commemorative Society 22K Golden Replicas and 1st day issue stamps ... A: Gold stamps are not sought by most collectors. They were advertised in mass market publications ... | |
| embossed stamp | 11/24/2008 |
| Q: it was my grandpas . he said it was rare and antique.also said it was a post office mistake .thanks ... A: The envelope is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number U536. The catalog value is 95c ... | |
| Stamp Issue and Value | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: I have a Canada 2cent Stamp (postmarked 1916) so I think King George V. However, under his portrait ... A: It is inscribed 1 T c, meaning the stamps sold for 3c with 1c paying the War Tax to help fund WWI. ... | |
| Late 1966 Washington grilled stamp | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: I have a stamp on a cover from Lyndon VT. The letter is dated Nov, 18 1866. It looks like there is ... A: If letter is dated 1866, your stamp does not have a grill. The first grilled stamp was not issued ... | |
| Great Americans stamp/22KT Gold Replica | 11/20/2008 |
| Q: I have a "Great Americans" US Stamp issued December 10, 1926 and 22KY Gold replica stamp of George ... A: Gold stamps are not sought by most collectors. They were advertised in mass market publications ... | |
| prominent american series | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a stamped envelope with the "Prominent Americans" series "first day of issue" printed on the ... A: I assume you are describing a cacheted unaddressed first day cover. It would be unusual for the ... | |
| First Day Covers &World War II Stamps | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I have a collection of First Day covers & World War II stamps in a hard binder issued by Readers ... A: Readers Digest productions are not sought by most collectors. They were advertised in a mass market ... | |
| 1st day issues | 11/14/2008 |
| Q: Can you give some indication of the value of the following 1st day of issue items? 1957 ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. With only a ... | |
| Value | 11/5/2008 |
| Q: I have a red box with an album of Russian olympiad first day covers. the album has a letter ... A: These are not sought by most collectors. They were advertised in mass market publications where the ... | |
| value of my stamp | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: My stamp is on a 1944 postcard. It is green, picture of statue of liberty, top-UNITED STATES OF ... A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Catalog as number 899. The catalog value is 20c. This is ... | |
| Scott #1434 & 1435 Stamps | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: I have a full page of 8-cent stamps, what you described as "Scott 1434, and 1435". I bought them and ... A: The catalog value of each stamp is 20c. This is the minimum amount assigned to any stamp. The ... | |
| 1 cent postal stamped envelope | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: We have a letter sized envelope with a green CIRCLE embossed ben franklin 1 cent stamp. it looks ... A: Most of these envelopes are quite common. It was first issued in 1916 and in use until replaced in ... | |
| Proper care of unused stamps | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: 1. I'd like to know how to preserve unused stamps - rather than keeping them in a non-airtight ... A: Unused stamps should be stored in chemically inert material, like glassine or Mylar, and stored in ... | |
| misprint stamps | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: I appreciate your time. My question is I have 2 unopened packages of 20 thirty nine cent motorcycle ... A: The envelopes on which first day of issue cancels are applied are not supplied by the post office. ... | |
| Penny Black | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: Jim, I was wondering how much I could expect to pay for the stamp below. On the back there is some ... A: Great Britain's penny black is listed in the Scott Postage Catalog as number 1. The catalog value is ... | |
| The Royal Wedding Philatelic Panels Collection | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: I have this collection from The Postal Commemorative Society. The binder and panels & stamps are in ... A: Postal Commemorative Society items are not sought by most collectors. They were advertised in mass ... | |
| covers | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: i have these two covers i asked you about before i just havent been able to send photos, i may have ... A: Norfolk Island used Australian stamps until they began issuing stamps in 1947. Australian stamps ... | |
| russian stamps 1934 | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: My mother recently moved and we found these stamps in her attic. Russian stamps from 1934 536-539, ... A: The set of stamps have a catalog value of $62.00 for a hinged set, $150.00 for a never hinged set. ... | |
| Old Stamps | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: My name is angel and I have a wide selection of old stamps and I collected when i was a kid. Is ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| 2 cent stamp | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: I purchased a vintage photo album that had images on card stock. One of these pictures has a ... A: This is a revenue stamp. Before the introduction of the income tax in 1913, the primary way the ... | |
| Post card | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: My great Aunt was sent this postcard from the Canal Zone. It was sent with Lindberg on his first ... A: This is called a first flight cover. It is cataloged by the American Airmail Society as Canal Zone ... | |
| unused | 10/13/2008 |
| Q: i have sheets of 100 stamps-- George Washington -black---7 cents 1832-1932 Signing of the ... A: There are the catalog values and numbers for your stamps: >> George Washington -black---7 cents ... | |
| Harding Memorial 1923 stamp | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: In going through some material inherited from my aunt, I found a strange looking stamp. It is of ... A: The stamp was issued in 1923 to honor President Harding after his death in office. There are four ... | |
| Stamp Collection Who to Evaluate | 10/10/2008 |
| Q: I have a fairly alrge stamp collection from a relative who passed away that I would like to have ... A: I cannot make a specific recommendation, but I can offer some guidance. I suggest you take the ... | |
| market / value of 9-11 stamps? | 10/5/2008 |
| Q: I just came across a sheet of (20) of the Firefighter "Heroes" 9-11 stamps. Do they carry any value ... A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Catalog as number B2. The catalog value is 80c for each ... | |
| Indonesia's First Stamps | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: Is everything issued by Calhoun Collector's Society more or less of little value? I saw the answer ... A: You have two questions here. I can offer some guidance on the first. Calhoun Collector's Society ... | |
| Value | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: What is the value of eisenhower-USA 8 cent unused stamp A: There are three possible stamps that this could be. If the stamp is black and red it is listed in ... | |
| appraisal on 23 kt. gld. stmp. collection. | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: Mr. Forte, I have a book of The Official Seals of the Thirteen Original Colonies of the United ... A: Gold stamps are not sought by most collectors. They were advertised in mass market publications ... | |
| 5 Cent Air Mail Stamps | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: I have two 5 cent stamps. I'd like to know how old and their worth: 1. has US Postage Air Mail, ... A: The first is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number C11. The catalog value for an ... | |
| Hitler postage stamp | 9/15/2008 |
| Q: I recently found an envelope with a green Adolf Hitler postage stamp on it along with another stamp ... A: Without a scan, I cannot give a full explanation of the cover, but I can give you some useful ... | |
| 3 Cent G.A.R. Stamps | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: i have a full sheet of these (5x10) that I found in a envelope among my Dad's papers. The envelope ... A: I'm sorry, but you will be very disappointed with my answer. The stamp is listed in the Scott ... | |
| perforation | 9/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a #331 1 cent franklin. It has perforations on the top and right side ONLY. Both the left and ... A: This is normal. Most stamps printed on a flat plate press have straight edges where the 4 panes are ... | |
| truman 20 cent stamp | 9/3/2008 |
| Q: My mother in law found an envelop (new) with a truman stamp of 20 cent denomination. Is it worth ... A: The stamp on the envelope is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 1862. The catalog ... | |
| 8 cent eisenhower imperf | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: I have a coil of 99 8 cent Eisenhower stamps with the perf going right through the middle of Mr. ... A: There is no standard catalog which prices mis-perforated stamps. As a general rule, stamp dealers ... | |
| Hi Jim, I have some stamps here.. | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: One romanian 1867 "CAROL CU FAVORITI" (the big one in the picture), the most important to me. And ... A: The Romania stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 30. The catalog vlaue us ... | |
| Circular date stamps | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: I have two Scott Catalgue Great Britan #88 - one of a lighter lilac shade than the other - each has ... A: As a general rule, collectors in Europe, Great Britain included, prefer used stamps to have light ... | |
| Old Stamps | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: I recently received a package containing items I'd won on ebay. I was surprised to see that the ... A: What this package shows you is that most U.S. stamps issued since 1936 have no premium value. The ... | |
| George Washington 5 Cent stamp | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: How much is George Washington 5 cent stamp A: This stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 1283B. The catalog vlaue is 20c, ... | |
| Found stamps in estate | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: I have found 4 special delivery 60 cent stamps with red and white arows (white on a blue field), 2 ... A: These stamps are common. These are the numbers and price from the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog. The ... | |
| Book on stamps from all over world | 8/17/2008 |
| Q: My father-in-law left me many books with his stamps he collected all over - most from Europe, us, ... A: The Scott Postage Stamp Catalog lists and prices almost every known stamp. You should be able to ... | |
| army/navy 2 cents | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a non cancelled red "USA Army and Navy for Defense" 2 cents postage stamp. The picture is ... A: The stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 900. It has a catalog value used or ... | |
| Last day of issue cover | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: I have a "Death of a Post Office" last day of issue cover from when they closed a post office for a ... A: There are currently about 35,000 post offices in the United Sates. Over the course of history, there ... | |
| Peoples Republic of China | 8/6/2008 |
| Q: These stamp yearbooks are from the People's Republic of China and they are for 1998,2002,2004 and ... A: The retail value of the stamps is as follows 1998 $20.00 2002 $26.00 2004 $24.00 2005 $28.00 These ... | |
| Audubon Birds of America | 8/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a book called; "The Official Audubon Birds of America 150th Anniversary Commemorative Stamp ... A: This is what the Scott Postage Stamp catalog says Audubon Birds In 1975 or later various sets of ... | |
| First Flying Post Office | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I have an envalope with First flying post office and a picture of a TWA airplane (Demonstration ... A: This is an example of what stamp collectors consider to be an event cover. Most event covers have a ... | |
| Large US & World collection | 7/27/2008 |
| Q: Aloha Jim, Got an old/wonderful stamp collection, done by a German man probably 75 years ago? ... A: The first step you should take is to go to your local library with the collection and look up the ... | |
| Presidential First Day Covers | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: I have a first day cover - circulated - 4 Stamps with ABRAHAM LINCOLN - ENANCIPATION PROCLAMATION ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. You can find ... | |
| 1 1/2 cent post card stamp | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: I found some old postcards with 1 1/2 cent stamps on them. Could you roughly tell what year they ... A: There was never a 1 1/2c postcard rate. The was a 1 1/2c rate for printed matter, but this rate ... | |
| Vaule of Stamps | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: I was given an old jewelry box and in it are a few old stamps. I was wondering what the value of ... A: Your stamps are listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog with the following number and the catalog ... | |
| US C76 FIRST MAN ON THE MOON PS | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: I have an mint above stamp sent to me from a NASA employee and stamped with Washington Sept the 1969 ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. You can find ... | |
| more than one U1 (cut square)? | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: I have just recieved a small lot of cut squares. All are U.S. Scott # U1. On each cut square there ... A: There are five types of the 3c Washington Nesbitt Envelope. The types are not too hard to tell ... | |
| stamp collection | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: I acquired my grandfather's stamp collection after he passed away many years ago. I have literally ... A: The stamp you are showing me a picture of is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as Great ... | |
| Postage Due Stamps 1930 5$ sheets cancelled | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: Like many my grandfather collected stamps for 40 years. The main difference is that he worked in the ... A: These were used to pay the bill for either business reply mail or postage due. A bill of $1600 is ... | |
| stamp value | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: I have two Igor Stravinsky two cent USA stamps stuck on aq piece of wood trim in my 1920 built home, ... A: The Stravinsky stamp was issued in 1980. It is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number ... | |
| stamp collectn value | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: i have a gold stamp issue book. it's titled The Gold Nations of he World. minted in 23k gold. ... A: These are not sought by most collectors. They were advertised in mass market publications where the ... | |
| Gold Plated stamps issued 1992 | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: My mother-in-law has the whole series of .29 cent gold plated stamps issued in 1992 depicting World ... A: These are not sought by most collectors. They were advertised in mass market publications where the ... | |
| Letters from Farley with First Day Stamps | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: I have been sorting out my parent's belongings and I found numerous letters from James A. Farley (a ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. You can find ... | |
| ten cents stamp | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: Ten-cent. - Portrait of Washington from Stuart's painting, three-quarters face, looking to the ... A: I answered this question for you a few days ago. It appears you did not look at the answer. To ... | |
| c.t.o.stamps | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: t.o stamps are and how you can tell and are they worth any money like mint and used thank you very ... A: C.t.o is an abbreviation for canceled to order. These are stamp that are supplied by the post office ... | |
| question related to stamps | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: i have post stamps of around 18 century which belong to persanes,polska,liberia,venezuela,etc.I have ... A: The postage stamp was invented in 1840 in the 19th Century, so you stamp cannot be from the 18th ... | |
| FDR Memorial First Day Covers | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: I found four first day covers memorializing the death of FDR in my mother's things: 1. Four 3 cent ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. First day ... | |
| 1/2 cent stamp | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: I have recently discovered I have an "un-cancelled" 1/2 cent Alexander Hamilton stamp, and was ... A: The subject of the stamp is Nathan Hale. There are two types of this stamp. The first was issued in ... | |
| Georg Washington stamp | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: I have a George Washington 5 cent stamp.On the top of the stamp it reads U.S. Inter.Revenue.On ... A: This stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number R23. The catalog value is 30c ... | |
| Which stamps to collect? Mint, cancelled, etc | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: Forte: I want to collect some new stamps being issued by the New Zealand Post but notice they offer ... A: What to collect is a personal decision. Some collectors chose to collect unused stamps, some used ... | |
| White Ace Historical Album for JFK | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: I have 10 pages of JFK memorial stamps from the White Ace album created for this memorial. Stamps ... A: The stamps are the stamps. The value is the same whether they are in an album, on a stock page or in ... | |
| White Ace Historical Album for JFK | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: I have 10 pages of JFK memorial stamps from the White Ace album created for this memorial. Stamps ... A: Many countries issued stamps in memory of JFK after his murder. Stamps are still being issued. While ... | |
| Peruvian Stamps | 7/5/2008 |
| Q: I just found several old Peruvian Stamps collected by my grandfather. Most of them seem to be from ... A: The Scott Postage Stamp Catalog lists and prices almost every know stamp. You should be able to ... | |
| first day covers | 7/3/2008 |
| Q: should i have them addressed or unaddressed? which is preferred?? A: Most collectors have a very strong preference for unaddressed covers. A very large dealer routinely ... | |
| Andrew Jackson stamp | 6/29/2008 |
| Q: Me and my dad are going through some of my nans things as she sadly passed away this year and we ... A: The stamp you have is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 1209. The catalog value is ... | |
| stamp worth | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: what is the worth of an Igor Stravinsky 1982 stamp worth? A: I must assume you are speaking of the United States Stamps. If so, this is listed in the Scott ... | |
| first UN issue plate blocks | 6/23/2008 |
| Q: We have 2 different plate blocks, first UN issue 1951 $.05, and first UN issue 1951 $.01 1/2. Are ... A: United Nations stamps do not have plate numbers. The do have inscriptions with the U.N. seal which ... | |
| First day of issue - Navy and Army | 6/23/2008 |
| Q: I have first day issues for the Navy (green cachet, 1 cent stamps dated 12-15-36), red cachet 2 ... A: You have not provided enough information for me to give a complete answer. There are many different ... | |
| US Saving Stamps | 6/21/2008 |
| Q: I have $3.50 worth of 25 cent United States Savings Stamps in an Official Album. Are they worth ... A: Postal Savings stamps are listed in the Scott U.S. Specialized Postage Stamp Catalog. There are ... | |
| #5 benfranklin stamp | 6/19/2008 |
| Q: i have a #5 benfranklin us stamp.i read it is not that common. where do i take it to find out? my ... A: This stamp is differentiation from other virtually identical stamps by minor varieties in the ... | |
| World War II Stamps | 6/18/2008 |
| Q: I have a question concerning stamps issued during WWII, German stamps in particular. I have recently ... A: There is no rule for which countries stamps are more expensive. The stamp market is ruled by the ... | |
| 1909 George Washington 06cent perforated stamp | 6/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1909 George Washington .06cent stamp (perforated 12: Bluish Gray Paper- that needs your ... A: The Scott Postage Stamp Catalog value of number 362 is $5000 for asued specimen. However, your ... | |
| Hawaiian Territorial issues | 6/15/2008 |
| Q: Are these issues usually catalogued with U.S. stamps? I found a Yellow-orange one cent stamp showing ... A: The are listed under the country of Hawaii in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog. The section is ... | |
| unused postal envelope | 6/13/2008 |
| Q: Jim, I just received some unused enveloped from my gram that have prepaid postage. One is an oval 3 ... A: This is listed by the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number U581. The catalog value is 40c unused ... | |
| Stamp inquiry | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: I have several Red Cloud 10 USA stamps, can you tell me anything about these stamps; when they were ... A: The stamp was issued on February 28, 1987. The were general purpose stamps. The denomination did not ... | |
| red mansion stamp | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: Unfortunately, my digital camera is acting up so I can't upload a picture but the stamp I am talking ... A: The item is correctly described on the web page you sent. It is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp ... | |
| Found some Wesby Stamp Series | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: I found 1962 Central African Republic stamps and would like to find out their value. I do not know ... A: I cannot cannot identify your stamp based upon your description. Most, if not all Central African ... | |
| franklin image | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: MR Jim Forte Im very happy for your answer Iam sending the image of the stam thanks A: This is stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Catalog as number 300. The catalog value is 25c. The ... | |
| Scott #ux27 post cards | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: I have about 170 unused Jefferson 1 cent green on buff post cards. What is the best way to sell ... A: There is no real market for a holding of this size. The card is not a premium item. The best ... | |
| Royal Wedding of H.R.H. Charles, Prince of Wales and Lady Diana Spencer Stamp | 5/24/2008 |
| Q: We found this stamp in a lot of books that we purchased and have not been able to locate anything ... A: These are not sought by most collectors. They were advertised in mass market publications where the ... | |
| STAMP QUESTION | 5/24/2008 |
| Q: IN WHAT YEAR WAS THE STAMP TWO CENTS? I HAVE A LETTER FROM NEW YORK NEW YORK AND THE POSTAGE HAS TWO ... A: The first class postage rate was 2c from October 1, 1883 to July 5, 1932 with the exception of a 1 ... | |
| stamp | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: I have a old document dated 1866 afixed are two goerge washington 5 cent stamps atop a ribbon says ... A: These are revenue stamps. Before the introduction of the income tax in 1913, the primary way the ... | |
| Scott # 18 - 24 differentiation | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: I see in several catalogues that there are Franklin one cent issues (Scott #'s 18 through 24). They ... A: The difference between the stamps is minor varieties in the design. In the process of producing ... | |
| Martha Washington Stamp | 5/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a Martha Washington 1 1/2 cent stamp its brown & white in color is has no date on it, could ... A: There are three varieties of this stamp. The version from a sheet was issued in 1938. The vertical ... | |
| Toning/humidity | 5/17/2008 |
| Q: > I started a serious specialty collection of Monaco in 2002 in > Dallas, Texas, USA. The ... A: I am uncertain these is a question here. Toning is natural and unavoidable. Many factors will ... | |
| stamp collection | 5/16/2008 |
| Q: I have a stamp collection,and i want to sell it,but first i want to know value of stamps.Can you ... A: I cannot imagine you will find someone online to spend the time to do evaluate each and everyone one ... | |
| Documentary stamps 1941 and 1947 | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: I just bought some old documents from a thrift store with documentary stamps attached to them. There ... A: These are revenue stamps. Before the introduction of the income tax in 1913, the primary way the ... | |
| US/Philippine stamp | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: I have an envelope with 5 used (beautifully postmarked) stamps and can't find a Scott number after ... A: It is not possible to give an exact stamp number. There are a several different possibilities, but ... | |
| commemorative envelope post 7/14/38 | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: I have a commeorative envelope of Howard Hughes round the world flight with post mark from NY july ... A: These are what is known as event covers. Starting in the 1920's to today, collectors have created ... | |
| Value of stamp | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: Jim, I have one holographic 29 cent U.S. postage stamp (embedded in the part of the envelope - not ... A: This is called postal stationery by collectors. Your envelope is listed by the Scott Postage Stamp ... | |
| US First day stamp collections | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: Forte, I have aquired 16 books of first day cover stamps from the USPS, Readers Digest and The ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. With only a ... | |
| stamp value | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: I ahve one stamp that is a a 3 cent TX stamp dated 1845, any value? Thanks A: The stamp was actually issued in 1945 to commemorate the centennial of Texas' statehood. It is ... | |
| U.S postal stamp. Worthy? | 5/10/2008 |
| Q: I have a green George Washington postage stamp with the lettering 1 cent and years 1789-1797. It ... A: This stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 804. The catalog value, used or ... | |
| US Newspaper stamps | 5/6/2008 |
| Q: Forte: I got from a widow (her husband died recently) 6 sheets of newpaper stamps (5 sheets of 10 ... A: The reproductions I have seen originate in Germany. That makes it more likely that your stamps are ... | |
| US Newspaper stamps | 5/5/2008 |
| Q: Forte: I got from a widow (her husband died recently) 6 sheets of newpaper stamps (5 sheets of 10 ... A: There are two possible varieties that this stamp could be. The difference between the two stamps is ... | |
| grenada/grenadines/st vincent | 5/3/2008 |
| Q: my collection is of stamps from all over the world and i sort them according to coutries. I have ... A: You are correct to be confused. Grenada Grenadines and Grenadines Of St. Vincent are stamp issuing ... | |
| Stamp Value | 5/2/2008 |
| Q: I am re-posting a previous question and including a picture of the stamp as requested. I apologize ... A: This stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number C63. The catalog value for an ... | |
| large stamp collection (678 before 1900;s) | 4/29/2008 |
| Q: I have acquired a stamp collection, stamps are from 1882-1898. (approx 700) The stamps are from US, ... A: I suggest you show the collection to a stamp dealer. There may be one near where you live. If not, ... | |
| Value Help... | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: Can you look at the attached stamps and tell me if I have anything of value? A: The stamps in your scan are generally common. In addition, some of them are visibly damaged. The ... | |
| enclosed picture you requested | 4/22/2008 |
| Q: this is in regard to a question you answered on 4/21 regarding an unusual stamp that I can't find an ... A: The top stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 634. It was issued in 1926. The ... | |
| american stamp | 4/18/2008 |
| Q: I have an american 3 cent stamp attached to an envelope. It is green with a man in centre facing ... A: This stamp is called a 3c Banknote. The portrait is of George Washington. It is almost certainly one ... | |
| internal revenue documentry stamps | 4/17/2008 |
| Q: I have 1-5 and 1-10 cent stamps 1-$200 and 1-$5.00 stamp was wondering if they were collectable or ... A: Revenue stamps are collectible. I can't tell you anything about your stamps because you do not have ... | |
| 2 Cent Black Harding Stamp | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: We currently own a Black 2 Cent Harding Stamp and we are trying to identify if it is indeed the rare ... A: There are three primary expert committees that issue certificates which are well regarded. ... | |
| 2 Cent Black Harding Stamp | 4/13/2008 |
| Q: We currently own a Black 2 Cent Harding Stamp and we are trying to identify if it is indeed the rare ... A: You cannot measure for this variety with a perforation gage. The number of perforations is not ... | |
| Millenium Stamp collection | 4/9/2008 |
| Q: I recently became the owner of a binder of millennium stamps. There are 40 stamps from around the ... A: These are not sought by most collectors. They were advertised in mass market publications where the ... | |
| old stamp | 4/9/2008 |
| Q: i found 2 stamps one red one green with a swastika in the sun over a globe or world,and an eagle. at ... A: The 5 pfennig stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as C46. The catalog value is 70c ... | |
| condition of stamps | 4/7/2008 |
| Q: I have 3 purple 'Victory' stamps, 1942, still affixed to wartime letters. If they are still affixed ... A: The 3c stamp you described is listed by the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number 905. It is ... | |
| 10 Cent 50th Anniv of Airmail | 4/7/2008 |
| Q: I have a sheet of 10 cent air mail service commemorative U.S. Postage stamps in honor of 50 years of ... A: Unfortunately the cover and stamp is damaged. In addition, without a date, the value is compromised. ... | |
| 10 Cent 50th Anniv of Airmail | 4/7/2008 |
| Q: I have a sheet of 10 cent air mail service commemorative U.S. Postage stamps in honor of 50 years of ... A: The Airmail stamp is listed in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog as number C74. The value assigned to ... | |
| 1923 HARDING STAMP | 4/5/2008 |
| Q: FOUND YOU ON THE INTERNET I HAVE A 1923 HARDING 2 CENT STAMP IN THE LEFT HSAND CORNER IS PRINTED ... A: There is a specific method to determining a stamps perforation. To learn, go to ... | |
| 4 cent ab lincoln stamp | 4/4/2008 |
| Q: I bought a container full of old stamps. One is a purplish color 4 cent abe Lincoln stamp can you ... A: To determine value of stamps, you will need a stamp catalog. The Scott Postage Stamp Catalog is the ... | |
| water stick marks on sheets of stamp | 3/29/2008 |
| Q: I have about 25 full sheets of stamps that humidity got to.. Some are completely stuck to the ... A: Disturbed gum greatly affects the collectible value of the stamps. The only way to "un-stick" the ... | |
| 1 cent Franklin stamp machine cancelled "OIL CITY" | 3/29/2008 |
| Q: I've got this stamp that I am trying to find the value of. No online site or any book or any local ... A: This stamp is precanceled. The stamp was canceled before application on a letter or package. A ... | |
| CATALOGUE POSTAL STATIONERY INDIA | 3/26/2008 |
| Q: WHAT IS THE COST AND FROM WHICH YEAR ONWARDS A: The only book I know of that catalogs India Postal Stationery is the Higgins and Gage World Postal ... | |
| silver embossed cachet | 3/12/2008 |
| Q: I have been trying to I.D. this cachet...It was posted in Fairbanks, AK March 9, 1943, military ... A: This is one of those cases where attaching a scan of the cover would really have made things easier ... | |
| Kennedy Stamp | 3/8/2008 |
| Q: Forte: My father had a stamp collection that I'm going through and one of the things I have found ... A: The stamp is Scott Catalog number 1246. An single unused stamp catalogs 20c. This is the minimum ... | |
| Stamp | 3/4/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1980 US ommeroRative Summer Olympic stamp, 23 karat gold/.950 pure in MINT condition. Could ... A: One of the properties of gold it that is malleable and can be made into very thin sheets. The gold ... | |
| 3cent mt . rainier unused us stamp | 3/3/2008 |
| Q: I would like to know the value. thank you A: This stamp is number 742 in the Scott Postage Stamp Catalog. The catalog value is 20c. This is the ... | |
| POSTMARK | 2/28/2008 |
| Q: .. I HAVE A CHECK FROM THE FUHRMAN AND SCHMIDT EAGLE RUN BREWERY . IT HAS A 2 CENT STAMP ROSE ... A: This is a revenue stamp. Before the introduction of the income tax in 1913, the primary way the ... | |
| Postmasters of America Stamps | 2/24/2008 |
| Q: I have a large binder of stamps which to me seem to be in mint condition Set is titled: Postmasters ... A: These are not sought by most collectors. They were advertised in mass market publications where the ... | |
| 4 cent stamp | 2/22/2008 |
| Q: This is an easy one for you. What was the basic first class US stamp like in 1959 and '60? Was it ... A: The first class rate was 4c from 1958 to 1963. Over 100 4c stamps were issued while the rate was ... | |
| Old stamps | 2/20/2008 |
| Q: I have four stamps I was hoping you could help me with, picture included. The top two are United ... A: The 1 1/2c stamp is Scott Catalog number 684. I cannot measure perforations of the stamp size in a ... | |
| stamp collection | 2/19/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering if there was a website or someone I can send my collection to for appraisal. I would ... A: The American Philatelic Society has a service to help identify stamps and other philatelic items. ... | |
| stamp | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: I have many stamps here on my collection and I would like to know how much these are. where will I ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| First Day of Issue Stamps (Envelopes) | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: My mother has the following First Day of Issue stamps on envelopes: Whooping Cranes (1957) Wildlife ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. With only a ... | |
| Value of stamp collection | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: I have a Collection of 22kt. gold replica's 140 pages 300-400 stamps 6 volumes , Is the gold in ... A: One of the properties of gold it that is malleable and can be made into very thin sheets. The gold ... | |
| Value of Stamp sets | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: I have Volume 1 & 2 of The History of America In Stamps complete sets (Postal Commemorative ... A: These are not sought by most collectors. The best place to sell them is outside the primary ... | |
| 1892 columbus commemorative 4 cent stamp | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: Jim - I have three 1892 4 cent columbus commemorative stamps that were purchased by my father in the ... A: The issued color of the 4c Columbian is ultramarine. There is an error of color, in which the color ... | |
| US Envelope and Wrapper Cuts | 2/17/2008 |
| Q: I've come across some difficult stamps to locate. I've tried finding them in the Scott Catalog and ... A: The envelope cut square is Scott Catalog Number UC18. It has a catalog value of 25c. The other ... | |
| collection | 2/15/2008 |
| Q: I have a collection that belonged to my grandfather. He began collecting as a boy in Washington ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| us/s.arabia/kuwait stamps of the 1960's | 2/15/2008 |
| Q: i have some used stamps from this period and would like to know if they are worth anything A: Most used stamps from this period are not valuable. To be certain, you will need the Scott Postage ... | |
| value of stamps | 2/14/2008 |
| Q: i have quite a number of stamps from all over the world and now i want to sell them. i would like to ... A: To determine value of stamps, you will need a stamp catalog. The Scott Postage Stamp Catalog is the ... | |
| Value of Stamps | 2/13/2008 |
| Q: Please tell me the current value of this stamp. It is in mint condition. Thank you. A: The stamp is Scott Catalog Number 619. The stamp catalogs $17.50 in unused hinged condition, $32.50 ... | |
| 19th century postmarks | 2/10/2008 |
| Q: I've inherited a series (several dozen) early & mid 19th century correspondence items of the Boston ... A: There is nothing definitive I can tell you without seeing the envelopes. I will offer the steps you ... | |
| stamp on check | 2/8/2008 |
| Q: I was given two checks from 1st Nat. Bank dated 1878 with a stamp on them. It is a blueish 2cent ... A: This is a revenue stamp. Before the introduction of the income tax in 1913, the primary way the ... | |
| Stamp - is it valuable? | 2/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a 3Cent stamp which is purple and has no date - but it has 50th anniversary of motion ... A: This stamp is Scott Catalog Number 926. The catalog value, used or unused is 20c. This is the ... | |
| stamp value and history | 2/3/2008 |
| Q: I was given an old stamp collecting album and am curious about the value if any of on half cent ... A: I assume the 1/2c stamps you ask about are from the U.S. None of the U.S. 1/2c stamps have any great ... | |
| us air mail stamp | 2/2/2008 |
| Q: I have several stamps from many countries, I don't know anything about them, they were given to me. ... A: I cannot help you with the stamp you describe because your description cannot specifically identify ... | |
| 1957 first day issue | 1/31/2008 |
| Q: Inside a frame, I have an envelope with a block of 4 stamps with July 1st 1957 9:00 AM. on them. The ... A: The first day cover has a Scott Catalog value of $2.50. That is slightly more than most of first day ... | |
| International First Day Covers | 1/30/2008 |
| Q: We have an online store and I have the task of researching first day covers. We received hundreds of ... A: Based on your descriptions, I am assuming that these are collections in elaborate albums with ... | |
| cut squares | 1/25/2008 |
| Q: I have approx. 200-300 cut squares, some very early ones but am having difficulty in numbering them. ... A: I have seen the occasional color chart, but they have been homemade. Here are some links to ... | |
| First Day Cover | 1/22/2008 |
| Q: What is the difference between a First Day Cover and A First Day Cancelled? I have included a ... A: What you have is a first day cover. What makes it a first day cover is the first day postmark. In ... | |
| first day of issue | 1/21/2008 |
| Q: Recently i bought bunch{100} first day issues of the 1930's,40's, and 50's. how do i go about ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. With only a ... | |
| 10 cent defense stamps | 1/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a small savings book "Defense Stamp Album" with 19 red stamps in it. These were given to me ... A: While I cannot be 100% certain without seeing a scan of the item, from your description, what you ... | |
| Photo and size added | 1/18/2008 |
| Q: The card is 5 3/8 from side to side and 3 1/4 from top to bottom. I also am sending a picture of ... A: This is what is called a postal card. It was issued in 1951. From 1873 until 1951 the rate for a ... | |
| Greek Lemnos | 1/17/2008 |
| Q: Hey, I was hoping you could help me out. I've got a stamp from Greece that I just can't find. I've ... A: This is one of two stamps. Scott Catalog Number 198 is engraved and catalogs 50c. Scott Catalog ... | |
| Unopened First day issue envelope | 1/17/2008 |
| Q: Forte, I was given some stamps and coins that my Grand Mother collected years ago. One of the ... A: A first day cover from 1976 will have only a nominal value. Thee only way there would be much value ... | |
| First Day Covers | 1/14/2008 |
| Q: What is the difference between a First Day Cover and a Mystic First Day Cover. I am interested in ... A: The difference between these two covers is probably the cachet. A cachet is a printed design on the ... | |
| Berlin Stamps | 1/12/2008 |
| Q: I have a pair of stamps from Berlin I was hoping you could help me out with. They're blue, about ... A: These are postal tax stamp meant to raise revenue to pay for the support of West Berlin during its ... | |
| Watermarks | 1/12/2008 |
| Q: I recently noticed that a set of my German stamps have watermarks on the back of them. I heard that ... A: These stamps have two different watermarks. None are unwatermarked. You stamps have what is called ... | |
| 1908 George Washington stamps | 1/10/2008 |
| Q: My husband and I have four mint condition never used George Washington stamps. They are conected ... A: I can only give you a speculative answer without seeing the stamps. I am guessing you have Scott ... | |
| Do have knowledge of Russia stamps? | 1/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a pair of stamps that I'm having trouble identifying from around 1917 Russia. They're red ... A: The 4k stamp is Scott Catalog number 76, issued in 1909. It has a catalog value of 20c. The 5k ... | |
| Stamps... | 1/9/2008 |
| Q: Jim, Just to save time, I thought I would list some of the things I have. As I said, I am not quite ... A: Most U.S. stamps issued since about 1935 are fairly common. Most can be used on your mail if they ... | |
| Stamps and postcards | 1/9/2008 |
| Q: Jim, I have a very intersting collection of stamps and postcards. However I have been somewhat ... A: The best way to find out if the collection has any value is to show the collection to a stamp ... | |
| A mess of stamps | 1/9/2008 |
| Q: Going through my mother's papers, I have found a mish-mash of stamps - first day covers, a 1974 ... A: There are several general introductions to stamp collection, at least one or two can be found in ... | |
| Values | 1/8/2008 |
| Q: I have found two stamps with a western theme. It appears to have one horse and rider fallen on the ... A: The stamps you describe are all common. If they are unused, you can use them on your mail. If they ... | |
| China/Chinese surcharge stamps&Republic of.. | 1/8/2008 |
| Q: I have some questions about China surcharge stamps, possibly Peoples Republic of China 1949/1950. ... A: The stamps are from 1930 to 1935. The best catalogs 75c. Please allow me to give you some general ... | |
| Having trouble finding 1852-1900's Germany stamps | 1/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a set of five stamps from Germany that I've been having trouble finding. I can find ones ... A: The 4,000,000 M stamp is Scott Catalog number 284, issued in 1923 and catalogs 20c. The 5,000,000 M ... | |
| Having trouble finding 1852-1900's Germany stamps | 1/5/2008 |
| Q: I have a set of five stamps from Germany that I've been having trouble finding. I can find ones ... A: These stamps are all common. The first 3pf stamp is Scott Catalog number 37, issued in 1880 and ... | |
| Selling stamps and storage | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: I've recently been asked to sell some of my uncles' stamps online and it's been quite a bit of work. ... A: There are a wide range of products made for stamp storage. In general, if the product was made in ... | |
| Canadian/Latin American Stamps | 1/2/2008 |
| Q: Forte, Recently, I have become an heir to various Latin American and Canadian stamps. I am ... A: Here is a list of on-line catalogs ... | |
| early 1900 washington franklin series | 1/2/2008 |
| Q: i have several 1,2,3 cent franklin and washington early 1900's used stamps. I am not sure what there ... A: There is a web site that will help: http://www.askphil.org/W-F/Index.htm You will need to ... | |
| Any U.S. Commemoratives Series more valuable than others? | 12/31/2007 |
| Q: I've acquired several commemorative collections in U.S. stamps from the late 19th and early 20th ... A: A collection of used U.S. stamps may have some value. The total value will depend on the condition ... | |
| First Day Covers | 12/30/2007 |
| Q: I have a variety of fdcs. What's the best way of getting their value? One in particular I have is an ... A: There are three factors to consider to evaluate first day covers. First is the stamp. With only a ... | |
| cleveland stamp | 12/26/2007 |
| Q: I have a 12 cent stamp purple with cleveland facing right is it of any value? thanks A: To give a proper answer I would need more information. First, I need to know if the stamp is used or ... | |
| stamp marking | 12/20/2007 |
| Q: I have some old stamped envelopes that the cancellation is the city from which they where sent such ... A: It is impossible to give a complete answer without seeing the items. In general, covers, which is ... | |
| cto | 12/19/2007 |
| Q: can cto stamps be included in collection and exhibited...?? A: Canceled to order stamps can certainly be collected. In general, there are two types of CTO stamps. ... | |
| Rare silver stamp replica's | 12/18/2007 |
| Q: i have 6 silver replica stamps #119b(year 1869 invert. error original stamp vaule @ 130,000) & ... A: These are not stamps and have no value to stamp collectors. If they are in the form of silver bars, ... | |
| perforations | 12/17/2007 |
| Q: i have a set of 6 stamps from a coil of a tractor trailer. the stamp is a 10c additional presort ... A: It is difficult to give an accurate answer this question with seeing the item. If I am visualizing ... | |
| Unknown countries | 12/16/2007 |
| Q: Any chance you can help identify which nations these stamps come from. My thinking is that the ... A: The first stamp is from Spain. It is Scott catalog number 246. The catalog value is 45c. The second ... | |
| evaluating potential collector's stamp item | 12/14/2007 |
| Q: looking to establish the value of a roll (90) of 10¢ stamps (with crisscrossed American Flags with ... A: The catalog value of each stamp is 20c. 20c is the minimum amount any stamp can catalog. This amount ... | |
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Jim Forte
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Postal history concerns the stamps, markings, rates and routings on covers. Covers is the generic term for any letter, postcard or package that passed through the mail. I am a professional philatelist who specialize in U.S. and Worldwide postal history. I have extensive knowledge of U.S. postmarks and post offices, extensive knowledge of U.S. military postal history, strong knowledge of U.S. rates and usages of the 20th Century. I can usually help with inquires about 19th Century postal history, and all range of countries throughout the world.
Experience
I have been a full time professional philatelist since 1985. The focus of my business is my website, http://www.postalhistory.com. The site offers nearly 115,000 items for sale. The site contains an on-line copy of my book A Price Guide To U.S. A.P.O. Cancels of the Second World War. The site also contains a database of every U.S. post office, including the dates of operation for the many offices that have been discontinued.
Education/Credentials
BA Boston University 1980.
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