Duplicate question - same answer. 170 years.
The One Penny Black cost one penny. Anyone could go to the post office and buy a stamp.
Like the name says, it was a One Penny Black. It cost on penny at the post office. That covered delivery of one half ounce letter.
There isn't any stamp that is called a penny purple. You need to describe the stamp - include country and if you can date and what is on the stamp.
There isn't any stamp that is called a penny purple. You need to describe the stamp - include country and if you can date and what is on the stamp.
how much is 1964 penny blue stamp worth ? i have 2 still in original book
It was black and it cost One Penny, that is why it is called the Penny Black.
Originally it cost one old penny to buy a stamp (a penny black) to send a letter. Now it costs 30 p (30 new pence = 72 old pence = 60 cents) to send one.
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The value of a Penny Black stamp can vary significantly based on its condition, rarity, and whether it has been used or is in mint condition. As of now, a used Penny Black can sell for around $50 to $100, while a mint condition stamp can fetch prices upwards of several thousand dollars, sometimes exceeding £30,000 at auction. Collectors and the philately market heavily influence these prices. For the most accurate valuation, it's best to consult recent auction results or a stamp appraisal expert.
A first class stamp was 3 cents in 1923. A post card would cost you a penny.
There is usually one up for auction at stamp auction sites. Most stamp stores would have some to sell. The mint ones are much more expensive than the used ones and they vary widely in condition since they are so old.
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