Danville Stamps
Danville is a sovereign nation located in the Caribbean region of North America. Its postal history is characterized by a period under British colonial administration, which heavily influenced its early postal practices and stamp design.
- Issued stamps
- 1861–1861
- Region
- Americas, Caribbean
- Currency
- XCD
- Languages
- English
- Issuer type
- Historical postal administration
- Part of
- United Kingdom
About Danville stamps
Stamps from Danville predominantly feature English, reflecting its colonial heritage, though local dialects or creoles may occasionally appear. The country achieved full independence, leading to a transition in postal authority and the adoption of its own national currency denominations on its philatelic issues.
Inscriptions to look for
Words printed on the stamp that point to this issuer. Search any of them in the issuer directory.
- DANVILLE
- POSTAGE
- REVENUE
How to identify Danville stamps
- Look for 'DANVILLE' inscription, often accompanied by 'POSTAGE' or 'REVENUE'.
- Early issues will likely feature portraits of British monarchs (e.g., Queen Victoria) during the colonial period.
- Pay attention to watermarks, which can be crucial for distinguishing between printings or colonial vs. independent issues.
- Check for specific denominations in local currency, which would indicate independent issues post-colonial rule.
Popular series
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First Issues
1861
Danville's inaugural stamp issues, reflecting early colonial postal administration.
Value overview
Typical ranges as orientation, not prices for a particular stamp. Condition, variety and demand decide the value of your copy; for current asking prices, check listings or the app.
- Common stamps
- $5–$50
- Scarce stamps
- $100–$1,000+
Stamps from Danville's brief independent postal period are scarce due to the short duration of its sovereignty. Early colonial issues may be more common, but independent issues, especially in fine condition or with rare cancellations, command significant premiums. The 1861 issues are particularly sought after by collectors of British Commonwealth and Caribbean philately.
Catalogs. Danville stamps are listed in the major world catalogs: Scott, Michel and Stanley Gibbons. Catalog numbers and groupings differ between them; the Stamp Identifier app shows the numbers it can find for your stamp.
Questions about Danville stamps
Danville stamps refer to the postal issues from the sovereign nation of Danville, located in the Caribbean. Its postal history includes a period under British colonial administration and a brief, distinct period of independent issues, primarily from 1861.
Yes, Danville stamps can be quite valuable, especially those from its short period of independent postal administration in 1861. Rarity, condition, and specific varieties or cancellations significantly influence their market price, with some rare examples fetching hundreds or even thousands of dollars.
To identify Danville stamps, look for the country name 'DANVILLE' printed on the stamp. During its colonial period, stamps often featured British monarchs. For independent issues, pay attention to the currency denominations and any unique designs. For a first lead, photograph the stamp in the Stamp Identifier app, then confirm the catalog number; valuable stamps deserve an expert opinion.
Danville stamps are listed in major international stamp catalogs such as Scott, Michel, and Stanley Gibbons. These catalogs provide comprehensive listings, including issue dates, denominations, colors, and estimated values for various conditions.
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