Is my Penny Red stamp worth anything?

With more than 21 billion Penny Reds produced and used, the truth is that they are NOT rare – and usually NOT very valuable. If you own an imperforate Penny Red stamp in good condition, expect it to be worth between 50p to £5. Perhaps slightly more if it has four fine margins, but much less if they’re poor.

Do all Penny Reds have plate numbers?

The final version, issued in 1864 with letters in all four corners, was produced from a number of printing plates numbered from 71 to 225. Overall, some 21 billion Penny Reds were produced before the issue came to an end in 1879. Of all the plates, 77 is the rarest.

Is a red penny rare?

1914-D Lincoln Penny An uncirculated example in its original mint state red color is extremely rare and valuable.

Are old Australian stamps worth money?

Kangaroo and Map stamp is the very first issue of Australia Postal Service released in 1912. However, nowadays Kangaroo and Map stamp is considered one of the most valuable Australian philatelic items. The print run of the first Kangaroo and Map issue included several colors: red, blue, brown, etc.

How do you tell the plate number on a Penny Red?

Plate numbers On 1 April 1864, the stamp was issued with the plate number engraved in the design, in the left and right side lace work. At this time, the stars in the top corners were also replaced with the same check letters as used in the lower corners, but in reverse order.

What makes a Penny Red valuable?

Value of Penny Red stamps Thanks to its long period of use and the huge number that were printed, compared to the Penny Black, the Penny Red is more common and so generally cheaper to buy for today’s collector. Forming a Penny Red collection is therefore seen to be much easier than focussing on the Penny Black.

How much is a Red penny worth?

Red pennies bring the highest values. Because they represent very low levels of wear and circulation, Red pennies generally only exist in very high grades. Red MS-64 examples are valued between $7.00 and $8.00. MS-65 examples are worth $14.00-$15.00, and MS-66 examples range from $30 to $65.

Why are some old pennies Red?

Oxygen, water vapor, and various acids react with the copper and cause it to tarnish. This oxidation, combined with other chemical reactions, results in its natural bright reddish orange color to gradually turn into a deep chocolate brown color known as patina.