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America’s Postal History

Some understanding of America's postal history is essential when putting together a collection of U.S. stamps. In fact, one of the great things about stamp collecting is how it acts as a mirror on history. By looking at a country's postal history, we see a reflection of its aspirations, values and anxieties. The United States is no exception. Postal service in the U.S. predates independence. As early as 1639, mail was delivered in the colonies. In 1692, King William III of Britain imposed a tax on mailing official documents — a controversial decision that encapsulated many of the frustrations leading up to the Revolutionary War. The year 1775 saw the founding of the United States Postal Service, with Benjamin Franklin famously acting as its first Postmaster General. Following independence, service expanded rapidly. For a long time, however, delivery rates were not standardized, and the system was widely considered inefficient and unreliable.

Collecting United States Stamps

If you enjoy collecting vintage United States stamps, we have you covered. We have a vast inventory of valuable stamps featuring collections from 19th and 20th century.  If you only need a few stamps to complete your collection, we also have individual stamps available. Along with individual stamps, we also have stamp collections for sale.

Collectible US Stamps

At Apfelbaum Inc, we have many rare United States stamps for collectors available. One of the most collectible stamps we have available from the U.S. is the Ben Franklin stamp. If you are just starting to build up your United States stamp collection, it is best to start with a time period or stamp theme. If you are interested in themed stamps, we have Airmail stamps, Savings Stamps available. You can also collect rare American stamps from specific areas of the United States. If you are looking to sell U.S Stamps, we can appraise your stamp collection. If you are just getting started, we also have a guide about stamp collecting for beginners.