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Mexican stamp values: what your Mexico stamps are worth

Mexico’s first stamps, issued in 1856, show Miguel Hidalgo. Early Mexican stamps carry the name of the postal district where they were used, and that overprint can change the value a lot. Revolution-era issues of the 1910s are another active collecting area.

Short answer

Most Mexican stamps issued after 1940 are worth cents. Classic issues from 1856 to the 1880s range from a few dollars to high prices, depending on the district name and condition. Revolution-era overprints from 1913 to 1916 vary widely and are often forged.

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What most Mexican stamps are worth

Airmail and regular definitives from the mid-20th century survive in large numbers and are inexpensive. Classics are different: the district overprint, the invoice number and the cancellation together decide the price.

Valuable stamps to look for

  • 1856

    Hidalgo first issue (1856)

    Mexico’s first stamps. The district name overprint affects value.

  • 1913

    Revolution overprints (1913–1916)

    Many local and faction overprints. Some are rare, many are faked.

What to check before you price a stamp

  1. 1

    Read the district name on classic stamps. Some districts are much scarcer than others.

  2. 2

    Treat Revolution overprints with caution and compare them with references.

  3. 3

    Check margins on imperforate early issues.

  4. 4

    Look for pen cancellations, which usually lower the value of classics.

Questions about Mexico stamps

Are old Mexican stamps worth anything?

Classic issues from 1856 to the 1880s often are, depending on the district overprint. Most modern stamps are common.

What are district overprints?

Names of postal districts printed on early Mexican stamps to control their use. Scarce districts are worth more.

Which catalog should I use for Mexican stamps?

Scott for an overview, and specialized catalogs for district and Revolution issues.

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