New Brunswick Stamps
New Brunswick is a maritime province located in Eastern Canada, part of the North American continent. As a former British colony, its early postal history is intrinsically linked to the British North American postal system, with stamps initially reflecting colonial administration before joining the Dominion of Canada in 1867.
- Issued stamps
- 1851–1860
- Region
- Americas, North America
- Currency
- CAD
- Languages
- English, French
- Issuer type
- Colonial postal administration
- Part of
- Great Britain
About New Brunswick stamps
The primary language appearing on its stamps is English, reflecting its Anglophone majority, though French inscriptions are also present due to its significant Acadian population. Following Confederation, New Brunswick's postal services were fully integrated into the Dominion of Canada's national system, ending its independent stamp issuance.
Further reading: Wikipedia
Inscriptions to look for
Words printed on the stamp that point to this issuer. Search any of them in the issuer directory.
- NEW BRUNSWICK
How to identify New Brunswick stamps
- Look for 'NEW BRUNSWICK' inscribed on the stamp.
- Early issues feature a portrait of Queen Victoria. The 1860 5-cent stamp features Charles Connell.
- Stamps are imperforate or rouletted, not perforated.
Popular series
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Queen Victoria Issues
1851-1860
The primary and only series issued by New Brunswick, featuring portraits of Queen Victoria.
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Connell Stamp
1860
The famous 5-cent stamp featuring the portrait of Postmaster General Charles Connell, a philatelic rarity.
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
- $10–$100
- Scarce stamps
- $5,000–$100,000+
Early New Brunswick stamps, especially the Queen Victoria issues, can be quite valuable, particularly in fine condition or with rare cancellations. The 1860 Connell stamp is one of the most famous and valuable stamps in Canadian philately.
Catalogs. New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick stamps
New Brunswick stamps are postage stamps issued by the British colony of New Brunswick in Eastern Canada from 1851 until its confederation with Canada in 1867. They primarily feature Queen Victoria, with the notable exception of the 1860 Connell stamp.
Yes, many New Brunswick stamps are quite valuable, especially those in good condition, with clear cancellations, or rare varieties. The 1860 5-cent Connell stamp is exceptionally rare and highly sought after by collectors, often fetching tens of thousands of dollars or more.
You can identify New Brunswick stamps by looking for the inscription 'NEW BRUNSWICK' on the stamp. Most feature Queen Victoria's portrait, while the famous 1860 5-cent stamp depicts Charles Connell. A photo in the Stamp Identifier app gives a first identification; check the catalog number in a specialised catalog before relying on it.
New Brunswick stamps are comprehensively listed in major international stamp catalogs, including Scott (United States), Stanley Gibbons (United Kingdom), and Michel (Germany). These catalogs provide detailed information on varieties, values, and historical context.
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