Greenville Court House Provisional Stamps

Identification, history, popular series & stamp values

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About Greenville Court House (Confederate Postmaster Provisional) Stamps

Greenville Court House is not recognized as an independent, sovereign nation with its own postal administration or stamp-issuing authority in standard philatelic or geographical databases. Therefore, it lacks a distinct postal history, official language usage on stamps, or defined geographical region within the context of global postal geography. Any postal materials associated with this location would typically fall under the jurisdiction of the larger political entity in which it is situated.

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Issuer Overview

Region:
Americas
Subregion:
North America
Issuing period:
1861 – 1861
Languages:
English
Currency:
USD
Parent issuer:
Confederate States of America

Stamp Catalogs

Greenville Court House (Confederate Postmaster Provisional) stamps are listed in the following catalogs:

✓ Scott Catalog
✓ Michel Catalog
✓ Stanley Gibbons Catalog

Popular Greenville Court House (Confederate Postmaster Provisional) Stamp Series

Greenville Court House Provisional (1861)

A single provisional stamp issued locally during the American Civil War.

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Greenville Court House (Confederate Postmaster Provisional) Stamp Value Overview

Common stamps
Not applicable, as only one type is known and it is rare.
Rare stamps
$10,000 - $50,000+

Value Notes: The Greenville Court House provisional is extremely rare, with only a few known examples. Its value is highly dependent on condition, provenance, and whether it is on or off cover. It is considered a significant rarity in Confederate philately.

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How to Identify Greenville Court House (Confederate Postmaster Provisional) Stamps

Key features to look for when identifying Greenville Court House (Confederate Postmaster Provisional) stamps:

  • 1 Look for a handstamped 'PAID' in a circle, often with '5' (cents) and 'Greenville C.H. S.C.' (South Carolina) or similar postmark. These are not printed stamps but handstamped envelopes or pieces.
  • 2 Authenticity is paramount; due to their rarity and value, forgeries exist. Expertization is essential for any purported example.
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Related Issuers & Topics

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are Greenville Court House stamps?

Greenville Court House 'stamps' are actually postmaster provisionals issued in Greenville Court House, South Carolina, during the early days of the American Civil War in 1861. They were not officially printed stamps but rather handstamped markings applied to mail by the local postmaster to indicate postage had been paid, due to the shortage of official Confederate stamps.

Are Greenville Court House stamps valuable?

Yes, Greenville Court House provisionals are extremely valuable. They are among the rarest and most sought-after items in Confederate philately. Only a handful of examples are known to exist, and their value can range from tens of thousands to well over a hundred thousand dollars, depending on their condition, clarity of the strike, and whether they are on or off cover.

How can I identify Greenville Court House stamps?

Identifying a Greenville Court House provisional requires expert knowledge. They typically feature a circular handstamp with 'PAID' and '5' (for 5 cents) and the town name 'Greenville C.H. S.C.' or similar. Given their rarity and value, authenticity is a major concern. Any potential example should be authenticated by a reputable philatelic expert. You can also use a stamp identifier app to help with initial recognition, but expert opinion is crucial for these rarities.

Which catalogs list Greenville Court House stamps?

Greenville Court House provisionals are listed in specialized catalogs focusing on Confederate States of America philately, most notably the Scott Specialized Catalogue of United States Stamps and Covers. They are typically found under the Confederate Postmaster Provisionals section.

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