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Stamp Buying Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How do I know I'm getting the best price for my stamps?
A. Mystic has a proven history of paying more for postage stamps. Our advertisements in Linn's
Stamp News, the “world's largest weekly stamp news marketplace,” have long featured the letters
sent to us by real stamp collectors and professional dealers who’ve benefited from Mystic’s
honest approach to buying. You’ll also find testimonials from collectors and dealers who’ve sold
their stamps to Mystic on this website.
Mystic has been in the business of buying and selling stamps since 1923. Over those years,
we’ve established a reputation for honesty and professionalism that money can’t buy. You can
trust Mystic to pay you what your stamps are really worth – at today’s high market prices – even if
you’re unsure of their value. That’s why we say, “Mystic pays more for your stamps.”
Q. How will your stamp buyer determine the value of my stamps?
A. Our staff of stamp buyers, headed by Mark Morrow, have spent years appraising and buying
stamps. As America’s leading stamp dealer, Mystic purchases more than $1 million in stamps a
month. As the old saying goes, “practice makes perfect.”
Q. Why does Mystic pay more for stamps?
A. With our very active retail business, Mystic supplies thousands of collectors with the stamps
they need every day. We’re constantly purchasing stamps to provide these collectors with
stamps. If you have stamps to sell, we’ll pay you today’s high market prices for all your stamps.
And our buyers will treat you with the courtesy and professionalism you deserve.
Q. What are some of the advantages of selling to Mystic?
A. The #1 reason to sell to Mystic is we pay more for stamps. But, there are many other
important reasons. Here are a few of them:
• Mystic will pay you “on the spot.” No waiting months for auctions.
• We’ll buy all of the stamps you have for sale (some dealers will attempt to “cherry pick” your
very best stamps leaving you with the balance).
• You’ll be dealing with people you can trust.
• With more than 80 years in the stamp business, we have the expertise to know what all of your
stamps are worth.
• It’s always easier to deal with the best!
Q. I have a very large collection. Will your buyers travel to purchase stamps?
A. Yes, our stamp buyers will travel to buy valuable stamps or collections. Generally Mystic
travels for stamps worth about $10,000 or more. Call to discuss with Mark Morrow, senior stamp
buyer.
Q. When should I ship my stamps to Mystic?
A. It’s practical to ship your stamps to Mystic when the value is under $10,000 or the collection
fits in two cartons or less. (This website has information on how to safely ship your stamps.) In
some cases, Mystic may send a representative to your home or office to package and transport
your stamps to Mystic, so they can be appraised more efficiently at our facilities. If you’re unsure
of the value of your stamps, give Mark a call. He’ll give you honest advice on how to proceed.
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