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Basutoland Stamp Market Value

Current market statistics for Basutoland stamps and postal stationery based on 2,417 listings.

What you'll usually pay

$14.52 typical price

Most are between$2–$80

Brand new$72.6

Used$0

On sale now2,417

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👉 In short easy summary

Value is highest in Blocks (+27%) and Gem grade stamps (+127%). Conversely, Postage Due items show the lowest relative value at -68% compared to the median.

💚 Best value for your money

Postage Due 76 on sale$4.62 · 68% cheaper

Ungraded 565 on sale$7.75 · 47% cheaper

VF (Very Fine) 187 on sale$9.31 · 36% cheaper

First Day Cover 75 on sale$10 · 31% cheaper

Postage 270 on sale$13.2 · 9% cheaper

Price by type

Postage Due

$4.62-68%

Postal Card, Stationery

$9.9-32%

First Day Cover

$10-31%

Postage

$13.2-9%

Cover

$16+10%

Block

$18.48+27%

Why? Price varies by format, with Blocks at 18.48 and Postage Due at 4.62.

Price by grade

Ungraded

$7.75-47%

VF (Very Fine)

$9.31-36%

F/VF (Fine/Very Fine)

$12.5-14%

F (Fine)

$14.45

Superb

$21.12+45%

Gem

$33+127%

Why? Condition significantly impacts value, ranging from Gem at 33 to Ungraded at 7.75.

Price by topic

Historical Figures

$2.49-83%

Historical Events

$11.81-19%

Royalty

$15.81+9%

Reptiles

$19.65+35%

Architecture

$21.95+51%

Cats

$23.76+64%

Why? Subject matter drives demand, with Cats reaching 23.76 and Historical Figures at 2.49.

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Common questions

What is the median price for a Basutoland stamp?

The market median price is 14.52.

How much more do Gem grade stamps cost compared to the median?

Gem grade stamps have a median price of 33, representing a 127% increase.

Which stamp topic has the highest median value?

Cats have the highest median value at 23.76.

How we got these numbers

Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $2–$80, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked June 30, 2026.