Postcard Valuations
Uncover the historical stories and true worth behind your old postcards
Providing postcard valuations is a highly specialist area, requiring in-depth expertise and knowledge of the many different collecting categories.
Although the picture postcards we see today were first issued during the late 1890s and early 1900s, the first postcards in use in this country were un-illustrated postal stationery cards, issued by the post office from 1870 onwards. Some were privately illustrated and sent by businesses as a way of advertising their products and services.
For deltiologists, or postcard collectors as they are more popularly known, the scenes, the social history and the industrial history depicted in early picture postcards provide a unique insight into how life was in a bygone era.
We specialise in all types of old postcards; worldwide antique postcards and vintage postcards, postal stationery cards, subject postcards and topographical and social history postcards. The designs we see often range from the pre-1919 era, which is referred to as the Golden Age of postcards, right through to more modern issues.
Established in 1958, we are a leading international provider of postcard valuations – and our team of experts boasts years of collective experience. This level of expertise means we can accurately determine an old postcard’s value and provide you with postcard valuations that have been meticulously researched.
Our written postcard valuations are accurate and reliable and this service is provided free of charge to all UK residents, with no obligation to sell.
If you’re thinking of selling vintage postcards or a much-loved collection, you can be confident our experts are knowledgeable and trustworthy.
We will happily offer friendly and useful advice on the best way to achieve the maximum returns possible. Whether that’s in a public postcard auction or a sale by private treaty, our aim is to help you to make an informed decision.
Arrange your postcard valuation, get in touch or call 01926 499031 today!
Postcard grading and its effect on value
There are a number of factors which will affect an old postcard’s value and it is important to understand these principles if you’re thinking about getting a postcard valuation.
A vintage postcard’s value is obviously dependent on its age, condition, rarity and the subject matter.
If there is a message of historical importance, a postcard can increase in value. Likewise, stamps and postal markings can also help to increase value and interest in a card.
Whilst most postcard collectors tend to specialise in one particular area; there are general topics which always prove popular, including:
- Trams and transport
- Street scenes
- Shipping
- Railways
- Social history
- The Titanic
- Art Nouveau and Art Deco
Discover your postcards' value with our experts
If you’ve unearthed a piece of family history or inherited a postcard collection, you may be wondering: Are old postcards worth anything?
As a leading provider of postcard valuations, we will happily offer free information to all UK residents about an antique postcard’s value or advice on the best way to sell your collection.
Trusted to provide accurate valuations since 1958, our valuers in the postcard department are Dulcie Marlow, Jack Colchester and Jill Smith, who have a firm understanding of the global postcard market.
We will happily provide any assistance you may need to get a fast and accurate postcard valuation. There’s no charge for this free valuation service if you reside in the UK and you will not be under any obligation to sell after getting a valuation, but we can help you realise its true worth at auction or via a Private Treaty sale.
Written valuations for probate and insurance purposes are also available upon request for a modest fee.
Get our experts on your side, email our valuations team or call 01926 499031 today.
Unlock the true value of your collection - get an expert valuation today!
We work with private collectors and major institutions from across the UK.
How to get a free postcard valuation
We will happily offer free information to all UK residents about an antique postcard’s value or offer advice on the best way to sell your collection.
Based in Warwick, our experts are known for their accurate valuations.
We can also offer free advice about the best way to sell via public auction or a private treaty sale.
Written valuations for probate and insurance purposes are available upon request.
No Online Valuations
We are always happy to receive emailed images of your collection, but accurate assessments require detailed research and hands-on inspection to determine condition. If you’d like to arrange a valuation, please get in touch - we’re here to help you get the most from your collectables.
Auction or a dealer?
Auctions can attract competitive bids from global collectors, often leading to higher returns, especially rare or unique items, where demand drives up prices.
Dealers operate at substantial profit margins and offer to buy at considerably less than items would achieve at auction. If you require an immediate sale, we may consider a private treaty offer.
Free valuations
Whether you’re a collector or someone who has inherited a collection, our experts are happy to share their wealth of experience. To get free advice, please call 01926 499031, you may end up receiving a pleasant surprise!
Visit in person
Callers are welcome to visit our Warwick office during normal office hours - 9am to 5pm from Monday to Friday – to request a valuation. There is no need to make an appointment. Valuations will not be completed on the day.
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