South Africa (1961-Now) Stamp Values
Current market statistics for South African stamps issued from 1961 to the present.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 66% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
The highest value is found in 'Multiple' types and 'Cultures, Ethnicities' topics, which show deltas of 117% and 208% respectively. Conversely, high-grade stamps like XF/S are currently trading at a discount with a -19% delta.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by type
Why? Values vary by format, with Multiples at 4.34 and Postage at 1.97.
Price by grade
Why? Pricing fluctuates by condition, ranging from F/VF at 4.89 to XF/S at 1.61.
Price by topic
Why? Subject matter drives demand, with Cultures, Ethnicities at 6.16 and Art, Artists at 2.25.
Price by cancellation type
Why? Specialty cancels command premiums, with Fancy Cancels at 3.95 compared to Machine Cancels at 2.45.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a South African stamp from this era?
The overall market median is 2.
Which stamp topic has the highest median value?
Cultures, Ethnicities has the highest median value at 6.16.
How do First Day Covers compare to standard Postage stamps in price?
First Day Covers have a median of 3.75, while Postage stamps have a median of 1.97.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $1–$28, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 1, 2026.