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Is it better or worth more to collect stamps that have been cancelled or that have not been used?
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∙ 16y ago
In most cases, mint stamps, those that have not been used, are worth more. In a few cases, used stamps are more valuable. Modern used stamps are typically worth very little, but there are exceptions and the most valuable stamps in the world are used.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 16y agoIt depends very much on the specific stamp in question. For the most part, unused stamps, referred to as Mint stamps, are more valuable then used ones. In some cases a used stamp on a cover may have more value. There are several reasons for this. It may be a First Day of Issue, with a concellation that indicates that the stamp was used on the first day it was available. Noteworthy dates and place may be of much more value then the stamp, for instance a cover postmarked December 7th, 1942 in Pearl Harbor. Some foreign stamps that are issued by countries that are just trying to make money by making and selling stamps are worth more when they are used for actually mailing a letter. And some US stamps, such as the Military Postage stamps used by the Recruiting command are worth more on cover than mint.
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Are world war 2 stamps worth anything?
The value of these stamps is usually $6.00 per stamp. Scott specialized catalogue I have a complete booklet of stamps, 50, mounted as purchased in 1943, with my signature and other descriptions and details on the covers. Does this make the booklet and stamps more valuable? What would be the best way to sell it, if I choose to, by auction or which method?
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They may be, depending on their condition and rarity. Used stamps are inexpensive and are a great way to begin a stamp collection. Some of the most valuable stamps in the world are used and in very poor shape. But many of them are the single example known of a certain stamp, so are worth literally millions of dollars. Having the stamps in a book preserves them, makes them easy to see and can make it easier to determine the value of a collection. Most collectors use an album of some type to store their collection.
What are canceled stamps and are they worth anything?
Cancellation refers to the postal markings printed on stamps after they are mailed. Stamps with these marks on them are known as "cancelled" or "used" stamps. Yes, they are worth something to collectors, but their value varies widely, from almost nothing ( say 5 cents per hundred) to thousands of dollars.That depends a great deal on the stamp. In general, stamps on cover are worth more than those off of the cover. To determine value, you would have to consult a catalog or dealer.
Are foreign stamps worth anything?
Like all collectibles, it depends on supply and demand. One of the most valuable stamps in the world is a used, torn, poor conditioned stamp from British Guiana. But it is the only known copy of 24 that were printed. Common stamps used today are probably low value and hardly worth keeping as an investment, but can still be educational and fun to collect.
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Not necessarily. Most postage stamps that have been used are worth only pennies.Unused stamps are still worth their face value. A unused 29 cent stamp is still worth 29 cents.What makes a postage stamp valuable depends on the following factors:Age: Older stamps are ususally worth more than newer stamps.Certain categories: Some stamps are worth more because of their popularity. As an example; baseball or movie star stamps are worth more.Mistakes: Stamps that have a mistake are ususally worth a lot more.Combination of Age & a Mistake stamp are very valuable.
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Yes, they can have value. There are people that collect the actual machines that like to have them. And if they were produced by the US Post Office, they are cataloged.
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Although there are rare stamps, in general WWII food ration stamps in a book of stamps (with some missing) are worth $2 to $5. An absolutely new book of stamps (unsigned) might be worth $10 or more. A book of stamps signed by someone famous would, of course, be worth even more. Loose stamps (not in a book) are generally worthless - a few pennies, if that.
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