GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Valuable Us Stamps Statistics
The value of rare and valuable US stamps can range from a few hundred dollars to over a million dollars, with factors such as condition, rarity, and historical significance playing a key role in determining price.
In this post, we explore the world of valuable US stamps, from iconic historical pieces to rare finds that fetch millions in the market. Discover the fascinating stories behind some of the most sought-after stamps in the United States and the impressive prices they command among collectors.
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"The Inverted Jenny stamp currently holds the record for the most valuable US stamp, selling for $1,593,000 in 2019."
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"The US '1868 George Washington B Grill' stamp is believed to have only four known models and is appraised at $1 million each."
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"The $5 stamp of the 1861 series, featuring President James Buchanan, is valued at approximately $200,000."
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"The 1847 issue block of 16 of Benjamin Franklin is valued at approximately $935,000."
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"The Post Office Mauritius is estimated at around $1.6 million, making it one of the most valuable stamps."
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"The Hawaiian Missionaries stamp was the first stamp issued by the Kingdom of Hawaii, and it is now worth $760,000."
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"The 1918 24-cent Inverted Jenny stamp with the airplane printed upside down was sold for $977,500 in 2007."
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"Each year the USPS produces approximately 16,000 different stamp designs"
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"There are fewer than 200 Inverted Jennys known to exist, making it one of the most valuable stamps in the world."
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"Stamp collecting in the U.S. peaked in the 1930s and 1940s; at that time, an estimated 30 million people were engaged in the hobby."
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"The 1867 Abraham Lincoln 15-cent stamp, featuring a rare grill, sold for $431,250."
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"The first US postage stamp was issued in 1847 and featured George Washington and Benjamin Franklin."
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"The 1867 Benjamin Franklin 1-cent Z-Grill stamp sold for $930,000 in 1998."
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"The first American adhesive postage stamp was issued by New York City's postmaster in 1842."
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"George Washington and Benjamin Franklin were depicted on the first two US postage stamps issued in 1847."
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"The number of stamp collectors in the US is estimated to be more than 5 million."
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"The US postal service printed 100 inverted Jenny stamps in 2013 as part of a Stamp Collecting Month promotion."
Jannik Lindner
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