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Postage and Shipping
"Just pay postage and handling" We are all very aware of that phrase. Ask and answer your shipping and postage questions here and we'll try to stamp out an answer for you.
13,975 Questions
How much do first class letter postage stamps cost today in UK?
For letters weighing up to 100g that are no more than 5mm thick and up to C5 in sizeIf a single stamp or a small book of stamps are currently 27p each however if you have an account with the post office or a franking machine it's 24p. (Correct as at December 2008)
How much postage for a first class letter from Alaska to WI?
Within the US, 44 cents for the first ounce. Each additional ounce is 17 cents. There are no zoned rates for first class mail.
What is the value of an A postage stamp?
{| |- | Scott Number 2111. These are the first class stamps issued when they weren't sure of the final value of the postal rate hike. They have a face value of 22 cents. They are still valid for postage within the US for 22 cents. |}
How much is the H stamp worth?
Stamp Value Date of rate change
A 15 cents 5/29/78
B 18 cents 3/22/81
C 20 cents 11/1/81
D 22 cents 2/17/85
E 25 cents 4/3/88
F 29 cents 2/3/91
... F makeup rate 4 cents
G 32 cents 1/1/95
... G makeup rate 3 cents
H 33 cents 1/10/99
... H makeup rate 1 cent
(no I stamp) 34 cents 1/7/01
The standard USPS first class postage stamp costs 44 cents. It is sufficient to send a standard size letter to any US destination.
International postage requirements vary from country to country. However, a minimum postage of 98 cents is sufficient for a standard size post card/ envelope.
What is the value of the 2 Shillings and 6 Pence Australian Aborigine postage stamp?
1952 (issued to 1965) Australia
Aborigine
2/6 Deep Brown - (vertical)
Mint UnHinged = $6.00 AUD
Fine Used = $0.50 AUD
2/6 Sepia (1965 only) - (vertical)
Mint UnHinged = $20.00 AUD
Fine Used = $20.00 AUD
Source = Stanley Gibbons and Renniks Catalogues
Why do french put stamps on front of postcards?
The same reason that Americans put stamps on postcards. Too mail the postcard!
How Much did a US postage stamp cost in 1996?
In 1966, the first class postage rate in the US was 5 cents. This rate continued in effect until 1/6/68.
What to write on a post card to a boyfriend?
It depends, what do u want to tell him and what's your reason?
How much is the US postage B stamp worth?
The B stamp pictures a stylized eagle. It has a value of 18 cents. You can still use it for 18 cents worth of postage.
Can you still use lady liberty and us flag stamps?
I have not quite sure what you mean by "Lady Liberty stamp", but
except for some pre Civil War stamps, all unused US stamps are still good for postage at the
price they sold for ( no adjustment for inflation.)
The one exception is the new "forever " stamp which sell for current the first class rate, but
automatically jumps in value when rates go up.
Who designs United States Postal Stamps?
Lots of people! Sometimes there will be competitions for designs that allow artists to submit drawings and artwork for the stamps. The US Postal Service has a group that formats and lays out the final designs for approval by the Postmaster General.
Price of stamps in 1985 in the US?
There were many denominations of postage stamps available in 1985. In the U.S. it cost 20 cents to mail a letter from 1 November 1981 through 16 February 1985, then 22 cents from 17 February 1985 through 2 April 1988.
How much does a first class stamp cost from the US to Hong Kong?
Postage for a standard letter is 98 cents.
When was a postage stamp 4 cents?
Don't know without a lot more information. You can go to the post office and buy a 4 cent stamps for 4 cents today. There are some 4 cent stamps that are a hundred years old and could be worth some money.
What is the current price of a postage stamp as of sept 9th 2009?
The first ounce of First Class mail is 44 cents.
Who decides what goes on a postage stamp?
The USPS has a committee that reviews designs. They look at the suggestions provided by the public, as well as the history of the US. They then provide a recommendation to the Postmaster General who has the final say.
How long does it take to get minecraft?
It does not get delivered to you. You go to the minecraft website, and if you purchased it and have an account, you can download it onto your Mac or PC. Just click download and then it will pop up on your desktop. When you open the game you then put in your minecraft-account user-name and type in your password, and you can immediately begin playing.
What was the price of a stamp?
US postage rate increases -- for ordinary first class letters
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June, 1932 up to 3 cents from 2 cents.
July, 1958 up to 4 cents
Jan , 1963 up to 5 cents
July, 1968 up to 6 cents
May, 1971 up to 8 cents
June, 1974 up to 10 cents
June, 1976 up to 13 cents
June, 1978 up to 15 cents
May , 1981 up to 18 cents
Nov , 1981 up to 20 cents
Feb , 1985 up to 22 cents
June, 1988 up to 25 cents
June, 1991 up to 29 cents
Jan , 1995 up to 32 cents
June, 1999 up to 33 cents
Jan , 2001 up to 34 cents
June, 2002 up to 37 cents
Jan , 2006 up to 39 cents
May , 2007 up to 41 cents
May , 2008 up to 42 cents
May , 2009 up to 44 cents
What is the value of America's first postage stamp?
US Scott Number 1 issued in 1847. It has a Catalog value of $6,500 mint and $600 used.
Can you use a postage stamp from 2002 in 2008?
Yes, they are still valid for postage in the US. You must total the value to meet the proper amount. Currently in the US that is 44 cents for mail.
US postage rate increases -- for ordinary first class letters
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June, 1932 up to 3 cents from 2 cents.
July, 1958 up to 4 cents
Jan , 1963 up to 5 cents
July, 1968 up to 6 cents
May, 1971 up to 8 cents
June, 1974 up to 10 cents
June, 1976 up to 13 cents
June, 1978 up to 15 cents
May , 1981 up to 18 cents
Nov , 1981 up to 20 cents
Feb , 1985 up to 22 cents
June, 1988 up to 25 cents
June, 1991 up to 29 cents
Jan , 1995 up to 32 cents <<< so 32 cents is your answer.
June, 1999 up to 33 cents
Jan , 2001 up to 34 cents
June, 2002 up to 37 cents
Jan , 2006 up to 39 cents
May , 2007 up to 41 cents
May , 2008 up to 42 cents
May , 2009 up to 44 cents
How much does a US stamp cost in 2009?
42 cents
HOWEVER on May 11th, 2009 it will be raised to 44 cents
