Statesville Stamps
Statesville is not recognized as a sovereign country with its own postal administration in standard philatelic or geographical databases. Therefore, it lacks a distinct postal history, colonial background, or official language for stamp issuance.
- Issued stamps
- 1861–1861
- Region
- Americas, North America
- Currency
- USD
- Languages
- English
- Issuer type
- Local postal administration
- Part of
- Confederate States of America
About Statesville stamps
Any postal markings associated with a location named Statesville would typically fall under the jurisdiction of the larger nation in which it is situated, most commonly the United States. Without further context specifying a historical or political entity, a unique philatelic geography for "Statesville" cannot be established.
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Inscriptions to look for
Words printed on the stamp that point to this issuer. Search any of them in the issuer directory.
- PAID
How to identify Statesville stamps
- Look for a handstamped 'PAID' in an oval or straight line, often accompanied by a manuscript '5' (cents) and 'Statesville, N.C.' or similar town marking.
- The provisional was typically applied to covers (envelopes) rather than as a separate adhesive stamp. Authenticity is paramount due to its rarity.
Popular series
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Statesville Postmaster Provisional
1861
A single issue, handstamped and manuscript provisional stamp, created due to the disruption of postal services at the outbreak of the American Civil War.
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
- N/A (no common stamps)
- Scarce stamps
- $10,000–$50,000+
The Statesville provisional is exceedingly rare, with only a handful of examples known. Its value is highly dependent on condition, provenance, and whether it is on or off cover. It is considered a major rarity in Confederate philately.
Catalogs. Statesville 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 Statesville stamps
Statesville stamps refer to a rare Confederate Postmaster Provisional issue from Statesville, North Carolina, created in 1861 at the outset of the American Civil War. These were temporary stamps or markings used by local postmasters when official Confederate stamps were not yet available.
Yes, Statesville provisional stamps are extremely valuable. They are among the rarest and most sought-after Confederate Postmaster Provisionals, with known examples fetching tens of thousands of dollars at auction. Their value is due to their scarcity and historical significance.
Identifying a Statesville provisional requires expert knowledge. Look for a handstamped 'PAID' marking, often with a manuscript '5' (cents) and a 'Statesville, N.C.' postmark, usually found on a cover (envelope). Due to their rarity and high value, authentication by a recognized philatelic expert is essential. For a first lead, photograph the stamp in the Stamp Identifier app, then confirm the catalog number; valuable stamps deserve an expert opinion.
Statesville provisional stamps are listed in major philatelic catalogs, including Scott (under Confederate States of America Postmaster Provisionals), Michel, and Stanley Gibbons. These catalogs provide detailed information and valuations for this rare issue.
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