Correspondence & Mail Market Value
Current market statistics for collectible correspondence and mail based on 3,869 listings.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 25% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in WWII Postcards, which are 30% below the market median. Conversely, WWII Letter Lots command a significant premium, trading 113% higher than the general category median.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by featured refinements
Why? Price variance is driven by item volume and rarity, ranging from 16 for postcards to 48.92 for letter lots.
🛒 Some on sale right now
Common questions
What is the typical price for a WWII Postcard?
The median price for a WWII Postcard is 16.
How do used items compare to new items in this category?
Used items have a median price of 24.99, while new items have a median of 19.95.
What is the most expensive refinement listed?
WWII Letter Lots have the highest median price at 48.92.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $5–$199, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked June 25, 2026.