Who buys postage stamps?

If you have postage stamps you’re wanting to sell, you may be wondering who buys postage stamps. Luckily, there are trusted stamp buyers who will pay top-dollar for your stamps. 

who buys postage stamps

Companies Who Buy Postage Stamps

Professional stamp buying services, like Sell Unused Stamps, make it easy to turn your postage into cash. They will purchase any quantity of unused postage stamps, regardless of their age. They will pay you a percentage of face value for your stamps.

For example, if you have $100 face value of postage stamps, they will pay up to $70. Nearly all unused postage stamps issued after 1930 are worth face value. In fact, you can still use postage stamps from the 1940’s and 1950’s on mail today since postage stamps never expire. You just need to include enough of them to make the current postage rate.

They also offer multiple payment types like check, PayPal, or bank wire transfer. The process is fairly simple. Just download the packing slip off of their website and follow the steps.

If you’re hesitant about mailing your stamps to them, just make sure to use a shipping service that provides tracking. If you want to be extra cautious, pay a few bucks more to require a signature when your package is delivered so that you have proof that they received your stamps.

If you’re still unsure about sending your stamps to a place who buys postage stamps, just take a look at their dozens of positive reviews on Facebook.

Collectors Who Buy Postage Stamps

If your stamps are older than 1930, they may be more desirable to stamp collectors, and carry a premium over face value. For these types of stamps, it’s best to consult a stamp collecting expert, otherwise known as a philatelist.

Stamp dealers like West Coast Stamp Company offer free stamp appraisals. They’ll take a look at your stamps and let you know their value. They may even make you an offer to buy your stamps. Their process is also easy.

Simply follow the steps on their website and submit some photos of your stamps. They will then provide you with further steps if your stamps have any value.

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