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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

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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.