Admin How much is a Benjamin Franklin 1 cent stamp worth?
Most 1¢ green Benjamin Franklin stamps are common and valued at less than $1, but two rotary press varieties that look almost the same as common flat-plate issues are scarce and worth thousands.
How can you tell if a Franklin Stamp is 1 cent?
The first inspection you should make is to look at the back of the stamp. If there are any green specks of ink, the stamp is a flat plate printing and therefore is Scott 552, the unwatermarked 1¢ Franklin issued January 17, 1923.
What makes a Benjamin Franklin Stamp valuable?
1908 Benjamin Franklin 1-cent stamp: The 1908 Benjamin Franklin 1-cent stamp value is high due to its rarity and the difference in the image printed on the face of the stamp.
What is the most valuable Ben Franklin stamp?
Benjamin Franklin Z Grill
USA 1868 1¢ Benjamin Franklin Z Grill – $3 million (£2.6m) The 1868 Benjamin Franklin Z Grill is the rarest and most valuable of all US postage stamps. This example, which belongs to storied collector William H. Gross and is listed in the Scott Catalogue for $3 million (£2.3m), is only one of two in existence.
What are 1-cent stamps worth?
1914-15 Flat Plate Single Line Watermark Perforated 10
| Denom. | Description | Used |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cent | Washington green | $0.20 |
| 2 cent | Rose red | $0.20 |
| 3 cent | Deep violet | $1.35 |
| 4 cent | Brown | $0.95 |
What is a 1909 1 cent stamp worth?
1909 Coil Double Line Watermark Perforated 12 Vertical
| Denom. | Description | Used |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cent | Franklin green | $130.00 |
| 2 cent | Washington carmine | $80.00 |
| 4 cent | Orange brown | $200.00 |
| 5 cent | Blue | $225.00 |