In this guide, we‘ll explore the 15 most valuable US stamps and explain the factors that make them so desirable to collectors. We‘ll provide tips for determining a stamp‘s authenticity and offer an expert perspective on the outlook for the US stamp market.

William H. Gross’ phenomenal three-decade run building a complete collection of classic-era United States stamps came to a partial end on June 14 when Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries sold the top 100 most valuable stamps for $18.1 million, a record sum for a collection of U.S. material.

The most valuable U.S. stamp is the Abraham Lincoln, 1867, 15c, Z Grill with points down stamp. This stamp achieved the stunning $1,400,000.00 at Cherrystone, July 2019. Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865), 16th President of the U.S.A.

This is a list of the highest known prices paid for philatelic items, including stamps and covers. The current record price for a single stamp is US$ 9,480,000 paid for the British Guiana 1c magenta. [1][2]

Over the past few decades, the very best US stamps have appreciated dramatically, with values rising anywhere from 50% to over 1000% between 2000 and 2020. The market for rare stamps has proven resilient even in troubled economic times, drawing investors seeking tangible, portable stores of wealth. Just how big is the US stamp market overall?