r/stampcollecting

Hi everyone,

My grandfather was an avid stamp collector and when he passed my family was left with binders of stamps that got split up between family. Could some of you take a look at the photos I’ve attached and let me know if you think these are of any value/ if these are the types of stamps collectors would typically like? Do you think the best way to sell the collection would be through a site like eBay or try to find a place to buy them as the collection? I’ve tried looking for places near me to try and get more info but I haven’t had any luck in my area. Any help is appreciated!

My experience with stamps and philately starts and ends with licking the glue off the back of a bunch of them everything else is a blur.

I have some stamps that might be extremely rare, but also might be worth less than their face value. Hence I am here, pleading for help and begging for a little grace when anyone has the urge to destroy me in the comments if I am wrong.

I’ve researched the different Scott numbers and rarities, cross-checked size differences, and looked at Type I, Type II, and Type III varieties. I’m pretty sure I’ve got more than one that hits all the marks for being rare. Where I’m stuck is the perforation measurements, which I thought would be the simplest part, but it’s confusing the hell out of me.

I’ve used a digital microscope to check the button, all the different ribbon line details, ponytail, hair by the ear, and mouth shape etc…. I think I was pretty thorough, but I’m no expert. If anyone could impart any knowledge and or opinion on, if I have anything here, I would genuinely be more than grateful even if it’s bad news. I thank anyone in advance for taking any time whatsoever to assist. Cheers!