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United States Definitive Stamps, 1¢ to 10¢
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United States Definitive Stamps, 1¢ to 10¢

United States · 2023 · 1¢, 2¢, 3¢, 4¢, 5¢, 10¢

This set of definitive stamps features various low denominations from 1¢ to 10¢, primarily used to make up postage for odd-rate mail. The designs often feature simple, recognizable subjects like fruit, allowing for easy identification of their value.

Modern definitive stamps, often called 'make-up rate' stamps, are essential for postal operations, allowing customers to combine stamps to meet precise, often changing, postage rates for various mail classes.

Printing Method

Offset

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$1
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.