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Stamp Collecting (Philately)
Questions about the hobby of postage stamp collecting and those little pieces of paper that fascinate everyone from the young school child to presidents and monarchs.
2,914 Questions
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.
What is a commemorative stamp?
A commemorative stamp is issued to commemorate a special event or historic milestone. The US issues such items to mark anniversaries, such as statehood, founding of organizations, and other culturally significant items. They are usually available for a short period of time, typically several months and are printed in limited quantities.
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.
What is the 1949 3 cent stamp worth?
1903 United States of America
International Exposition, St.Louis and Louisiana Purchase
3c violet - James Monroe (horizontal)
Mint UnHinged = 65.00 GBP
Fine Used = 21.00 GBP
Source = Stanley Gibbons Catalogue
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.
In what year did the US postal service issue its first Christmas stamp?
The first Christmas stamp was issued in 1961 according to the postal service's website, and they have continued with them ever since.
http://www.usps.com/news/2002/philatelic/sr02_078.htm
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.
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
Are US first class stamps 44 cents?
The 44 cent stamps are still valid. But you must add a penny stamp to them. If it says Forever on it, or had no value, it can be used to cover 45 cents worth of postage. The second ounce is still 20 cents.
How much can you get for 1963 Christmas stamps?
This is a common US commemorative stamp.
If you want to buy just one it will probably cost you from 10 to 25 cents at a stamp store , mint or used.
If you want to order it by mail, you would have to pay postage and handling in addition.
Dealers get them as part of larger lots for almost nothing per stamp- say 65% face if mint and
1/2 cent if used.
It is the kind of stamp I use on letters if unused or give to kids if used.
When does a stamp become valuable?
Generally, rarity and demand. It's not enough for a stamp to be just rare, there must also be at least two people who want it. They then compete against each other to buy it, driving the price up. If I have the only copy of stamp, but nobody wants to buy it, it is worthless to me. This is true for any 'collectibles'.
How much is a 15 cent air mail stamp worth?
Without knowing which stamp you are refering to, it is impossible to tell. More than one country issued airmail stamps. The US issued about 6 or 7 priced at .15cents. Although most of them were priced between .30 and .50.
We also need to know whether the stamp is mint or used, condition of the stamp, is it on an envelope or not.
How much would a mint Prince Charles Lady Diana Spencer 60 cent Australian stamp be worth?
1981 Australia - Royal Wedding
24c Multicoloured - (horizontal)
Mint UnHinged = $0.70 AUD
Fine Used = $0.50 AUD
A block of 10 would have some value above that of 10 individual stamps.
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.
How much is a 1976 bicentennial stamp worth?
There were dozens of stamps issued to celebrate the Bicentennial. You will need to consult the catalogs and do some research. Most libraries will have a copy of Scott's Postage Stamp Catalog of the World. First of all, you have to identify the specific stamp or card. That in itself can be a daunting task, but most of the catalogs are well illustrated with lots of information. Once you know what item you have, the catalog will provide a set of prices that can be used to estimate value.
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
What is a Babe Zaharias 18 cent stamp worth?
This stamp is still easy to find.
You should be able to buy a mint copy for about 35 cents or a nice used copy for
20 cents.
What is the value of a 50 cent stamp from Hong Kong?
The 1979 Hong Kong 50 cent coin features Queen Elizabeth II, since Britain ruled Hong Kong through 1997. The coin is only worth a 2 to 3 dollars, but older coins from Hong Kong can be worth quite a bit more.
What year is the 6 cent eisenhower stamp?
Coil stamps are typically found in a roll of 100. They were sometimes issued in rolls of 500.
How much is the Igor Stravinsky 2 cent stamp worth?
Price for this stamp varies from 0.15 cents to 1 dollar according to condition.
How much is the 3cent liberty stamp worth?
This is a very very common US stamp.
If you want to buy just one it will probably cost you from 10 to 25 cents at a stamp store for a copy, mint or used.
If you want to order it by mail, you would have to pay postage and handling in addition.
Dealers get them as part of larger lots for almost nothing per stamp- say 65% face if mint and
1/20 cent if used.
It is the kind of stamp I use on letters if unused or give to kids if used.
