Postal History Market Value
Analysis of 283,461 postal history listings to determine current market pricing.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 89% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
Value is highest in New York and American Civil War topics, both showing over 200% increases over the market median. Handstamped cancellations and Blue/Black colors command the highest premiums at 200-201% above the median.
Price by state
Why? Regional demand varies significantly, with New York at 14.95 and Texas at 8.99.
Price by topic
Why? Historical significance drives pricing, ranging from Cycling at 10 to American Civil War at 15.
Price by cancellation type
Why? Rarity of mark affects value, with Handstamped at 14.99 and Machine Cancel at 7.97.
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Common questions
What is the price difference between new and used postal history items?
The median price for new items is 7.95, while used items have a higher median of 14.99.
Which state-specific postal history has the highest median value?
New York has the highest median value at 14.95.
How do military-themed postal items compare to the overall market median?
Military and War topics have a median of 9.99, which is a 100% increase over the market median of 4.99.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $3–$30, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked June 29, 2026.