What do you have for sale?
If the collection has been passed down and you don’t know about stamps, don’t worry. We suggest that you telephone our company on 01926 634809 for our free and friendly advice. Alternatively, you can fill out our Stamp Valuations form.
Stamps From the UK and Around The World
It would be handy to have a rough idea of the size (how many albums etc) and whether the collection is stamps from lots of different countries around the world (worldwide), or just one country (e.g. Great Britain), and whether the stamps are mostly postmarked or unused. Ultimately the value is likely to depend upon how much money has been spent on it, and age is not necessarily a factor – schoolboy collections from 100 years ago are still usually only worth a few pounds.
If the collection is one that you have formed yourself just give us a ring and we can discuss the best way to proceed.
Selling a Stamp collection?
When valuing a collection we will usually provide two figures, one being an auction estimate figure for sale through one of our stamp auctions where a collector would buy your stamp collection, the other being an offer to purchase – where we would buy the stamp from you ourselves. We will be pleased to advise as to the most suitable method for your collection and to assist whichever way you choose.
- PURCHASE. From modest collections of just a few £100’s up to collections in excess of £100,000 we can and do deal with all – and provide immediate payment.
- AUCTION. We currently hold 5 online auctions a year. Our commission is 15% plus VAT, and payment is made five weeks after the date of sale.
Our guarantee
- Your collection will be valued by myself, Tony Lester, whether I think someone would buy the stamp for £20 or pay £100,000, or more, and you will receive the same courteous and fair service regardless of value.
- At any time before or after the valuation you can ring and speak to me directly with any queries.
What to do next
I suggest that you give me a call on 01926 634809 to talk about the collection and the best way to arrange a valuation, for which there is no charge. Alternatively, please complete the stamp valuations form “here”.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Tony Lester
How Can I Sell my Stamp Collections?
The most important thing to know when you’re considering selling a stamp collection is how much it is worth. Without a proper valuation, you could be selling your stamps at a much lower value than they’re worth and not achieve a fair price.
Complete my stamp valuation form online or call me to get an expert idea of what kind of price you can expect to sell your stamps for – whether in auction houses, to private stamp dealers, stamp collectors, stamp purchasers, or myself. My valuations are provided free of charge.
Is a Stamp Collection Worth Anything?
The truth is that most stamps in circulation today, or within collections, are actually not going to have a high financial value. This is down to the majority of stamps being issued to society in large quantities. However, it may be that you have inherited or purchased a specialist stamp or specialist stamp collection, which would bring much higher prices at market or auction.
As a well-established stamp expert, I can talk you through any aspect of your stamp collection and advise you of the selling process. It may be that you’ll be fitting a gap in an online market place, such as eBay, or you may get more money for your stamps at auction. I can discuss this with you and provide factual, honest information that will help you to sell your stamps for the fairest and highest price.
We recommend reading our blog “The top five most valuable stamps to be sold at philatelic stamp auctions” for an in-depth look into how much certain stamps can sell for.
How do I Know if my Stamps are Valuable?
It may be that you started collecting stamps when you were younger, or it could be that you’ve inherited a stamp collection, discovered a stamp collection on eBay or at auction houses. However you came by your collection, you may be wanting to know how much the stamps are worth and how to find this out.
Most stamps are not rare. The stark reality is that 98% of stamps will sell for not much more than their original retail price – whether they’re 10 years old or 100 years old. Every collector wishes that someday their stamp collection will have that one special stamp that will sell for a beautifully high price.
Can I Value my Stamp Collection Myself?
To try and value your stamp collection, singular stamp, or few stamps, yourself here are a few tips:
- Identify the stamp
- Find out the stamps date of issue
- Learn what materials were used in the design
- Discover the design centering
- Check the stamps gum
- Look at the condition of the stamps perforations.
- See if it has been cancelled
- How rare is it?
- Is it a special edition?
- Does it have a traceable history that people may have an interest in?
It may be that you’re just curious to see how much your collection would sell for, and there are ways to do this yourself. You can search the stamp values online, attend a dealers shop or premise, or attend a stamp show – where you may be able to put your stamp up for sale there and then.
Alternatively, you can give me a call, and as a philatelic dealer, myself or a member of my team can tell you how valuable your stamps are and what you could expect them to sell for to dealers or collectors.
Should I be Selling the Stamp Collection?
Whether you want to sell your stamp collection to a philatelic dealer, collector, or through an auction house is down to several things; mainly, how valuable is it, and if it has sentimental value, is it worth parting with? You can discuss selling with a team member who provides detailed, expert advice regarding the best steps to take to get the best prices, with no appointment necessary, or use the online contact form at the top of the page.