How do I get my stamps appraised?
Look for an appraiser through authoritative sources like official stamp collection societies. The American Philatelic Society notes you may pay anywhere from $75 to $250 an hour to have the stamps/collection appraised. Some local groups, like the Northern Philatelic Society, may offer free appraisal services.
Are old franked stamps worth anything?
Depending on condition (and other factors) they are currently worth £50-£100 each (less for poor quality, much more for superb). Interestingly, stamps with genuine errors of production (for example missing colours) are often worth considerably more than ‘normal’ issues.
Where can I get an appraisal for my stamp collection?
At Apfelbaum, Inc., we have more than 100 years of experience in the stamp album appraisal business. We are here to help you determine the value of your collection and take the appropriate next steps, whether it’s buying your collection outright, selling at auction or looking into an appropriate insurance policy.
How much does an Apfelbaum stamp appraisal cost?
The cost of an appraisal generally falls between $50 and $100 per hour when appraising for insurance value — if not for a written insurance appraisal, Apfelbaum, Inc.’s appraisals are always free. Make an appointment, and bring your stamps personally to the appraiser. Send your stamps through the mail to an appraiser.
Where can I get an appraisal on an antique?
This type of valuation is most often provided at local appraisal fairs and presented on television shows featuring appraisals, like ” Antiques Roadshow .” Some local antique shows will coordinate appraisers to work on a panel for a day, providing quick valuations for a small fee.
How can I find out how much my stamps are worth?
Get an estimate of what your stamps are worth before selling them by seeking an appraisal. An appraiser can take different approaches when valuing a collection. For example, you can discover your stamps’: Appraisers typically focus on important stamps and may spend little or no time on common stamps in your collection.
At Apfelbaum, Inc., we have more than 100 years of experience in the stamp album appraisal business. We are here to help you determine the value of your collection and take the appropriate next steps, whether it’s buying your collection outright, selling at auction or looking into an appropriate insurance policy.
The cost of an appraisal generally falls between $50 and $100 per hour when appraising for insurance value — if not for a written insurance appraisal, Apfelbaum, Inc.’s appraisals are always free. Make an appointment, and bring your stamps personally to the appraiser. Send your stamps through the mail to an appraiser.
This type of valuation is most often provided at local appraisal fairs and presented on television shows featuring appraisals, like ” Antiques Roadshow .” Some local antique shows will coordinate appraisers to work on a panel for a day, providing quick valuations for a small fee.
Get an estimate of what your stamps are worth before selling them by seeking an appraisal. An appraiser can take different approaches when valuing a collection. For example, you can discover your stamps’: Appraisers typically focus on important stamps and may spend little or no time on common stamps in your collection.
