How to Find the Value of Old Post Cards (Rare, Old, Postmarks)

Value of old postcards and postmarks

The value range of old collectible post cards varies greatly, depending on condition, age, history, rarity and other factors. Some postcard topics may be more rare and valuable than others. These are some tips on how to find the value of old post cards in your collection.

Instructions

1. Examine your old post cards. Determine the condition, age and the topic of your old post cards. Generally, the better condition cards are valued higher. Old cards topics may include; valentine day's, religious, historical and old railroads. You can also find the value of grant silk postcards or the mickey mouse hologram postcards value. These are examples of two popular old postcards.

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   Look for the postmark on the postcard. Old post cards may be valuable because of their postmark. Determine if the postmark belongs to a historical office, such as a post office that is no longer open. Note any special details on the postmark that makes it different from a regular mark.

3. Search for old post cards (or stamps) appraisal services on the internet. Many of these services have online catalog that the public can use to look up old postcard market values. They also sell and buy old postcards. You may have to register or fill out a form with the postcard details and index number to obtain pricing.

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   Review an old post cards collection book. These books can be purchased from specialty bookstores and from post card collection organizations. Compare the description and details on your postcard to similar ones on the collectible book.

5. Contact organizations specializing in old postcard collections. There are many resources found on the internet, such as the United Postal Stationary Society and the United States Stamp Society. These organizations may have expert advice and information at no cost.

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   See what other buyers and sellers are willing to charge and to pay for the old postcard. Visit online auctions, such as eBay and find similar or the same postcard and look for prices paid.