Malaya & Straits Settlements Market Value
Current market statistics for 31,260 Malaya and Straits Settlements philatelic listings.
What you'll usually pay
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👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in Used stamps, which trade at a 55% discount relative to the median. High-end value is concentrated in Superb grade items (+38%) and Mint No Gum specimens (+38%).
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Price by quality
Why? Prices range from Used (8.75) to Mint No Gum (26.67) based on gum preservation.
Price by era
Why? Values vary by period, with Pre-Stamp lowest (3) and Edward VII highest (15).
Price by type
Why? Postage stamps are the most affordable (7.5) while Postal Cards and Stationery command the highest median (19.99).
Price by grade
Why? Professional grading creates a wide spread from Ungraded (6.8) to Superb (26.7).
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Common questions
What is the median price for a used stamp from this region?
The median price for Used quality listings is 8.75.
How do 'Superb' graded stamps compare to the market median?
Superb graded stamps have a median price of 26.7, which is 38% above the market median.
Which era of stamps generally has the lowest market value?
Pre-Stamp era listings have the lowest median price at 3.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $1–$208, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked June 30, 2026.