How to Sell Your Stamp Collection

Last Updated: September 15, 2021

So you're looking to SELL your stamp collection? Or maybe you're just looking to sell unwanted stamps or even a single stamp? This article will help you decide what to do to get the best price for your stamps and sell them in a safe, hassle-free way.

Steps

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Make sure you know exactly what kind of stamps you are selling. Use eBay to try to match stamp images with stamps from your own collection, learn about what kind of information other sellers use to best describe your stamps.^{[1]
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Make sure you understand how to describe the condition of your stamps. Condition is very important when determining the value of individual stamps.

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When you've got a good idea about how you're going to describe your collection to possible buyers, list your stamps on an online auction site.^{[2]
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Community Q&A

Question

How do I know if my old stamps are worth anything?

Community Answer

Have them checked by at least two different dealers and cross-check what they say with stamp reference guides and online stamp collector forums.
Question

Does an old, used postcard with a stamp have more value?

Community Answer

No, used stamps are useless in regards to having additional value.
Question

Can I sell a collection of new forever stamps?

Community Answer

Yes, theoretically. Although if you are looking to sell to someone who collects stamps, they probably would not give them a second glance.
Question

Are United Nations stamp sets worth anything?

Community Answer

Yes, if you have them on Scott plates and are able to identify them by year and have all that were issued in that year. Some are rarer than others and may fetch a great price on eBay, but condition is everything with all stamps, so look up the Scott value online, and then double check with any reputable stamp agency.
Question

How do I know if a book of stamps is worth anything if they've never been opened?

Community Answer

You must look them up online in the Scott catalog, and then you can determine if they are of any value, however if they are US stamps they are made in such quantities that most of them have little to no value, even in books.

Warnings

Try to avoid selling your stamps to people who offer to come to your home.

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If you decide to sell online and have to post your collection, it's always best to make sure you're selling to a proper business buyer. That way you can be sure you're getting a fair deal and you are dealing with professionals with an excellent reputation.

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