How much is a 1847 stamp worth?

1847 General Issue – Imperforate

Denom. Description Used
5 cent Franklin – red brown $400.00
10 cent Washington – black $750.00

What are the 10 most valuable US stamps?

The 10 Most Valuable U.S. Stamps

  • The Inverted Jenny.
  • 1847 Issue Block of 16 of Ben Franklin.
  • Almanac Stamp of 1765 or 1766.
  • ‘Blue Boy’ Alexandria Postmaster’s Provisional.
  • 1869 Pictorials—Inverted Center Errors.
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  • Two-Cent Blue Hawaiian Missionary.

Are old US stamps worth anything?

Nearly all unused U.S. stamps issued after 1930 are worth face value. While 1930 is nearly 100 years ago, stamps issued after this date are considered to be modern in the stamp collecting and stamp dealing community. There was a giant boom in postage production after this period of time.

What is the first US stamp worth?

five cents
The first general issue postage stamps went on sale in New York City, July 1, 1847. One, priced at five cents, depicted Benjamin Franklin.

What is the most valuable US postage stamp?

USA 1868 1¢ Benjamin Franklin Z Grill – $3 million (£2.6m) The 1868 Benjamin Franklin Z Grill is the rarest and most valuable of all US postage stamps.

What US stamps are worth the most money?

How do I find the value of old stamps for free?

How to Determine Stamp Values

  1. Option 1: Find out the Stamp Values by Yourself. Identify the stamp.
  2. Option 2: Check out a Printed Reference.
  3. Option 3: Research the Stamp Values via the Internet.
  4. Option 4: Attend a Stamp Show.
  5. Option 5: Find out the Stamp Values via a knowledgeable Stamp Expert, Dealer or Appraiser.