Zeppelin mail
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Zeppelin mail: Collector’s items from the skies
Zeppelin mail comprises the mail items that were transported by the airships of the Zeppelin series, especially in the 1920s and 1930s. These items often have special postmarks and stamps and are highly sought after by collectors.
Zeppelin mail became particularly important thanks to the airship LZ 127 “Graf Zeppelin”, which carried out regular postal flights on various international routes from 1928. These postal items not only document technical advances, but also historical events such as the Round-the-world Flight of 1929.
The attractiveness of collecting Zeppelin mail lies in its limited availability and historical significance. Different flight routes and special events, such as the Hindenburg disaster in 1937, make certain pieces particularly valuable. Zeppelin mail combines the fascination of early aviation history with philately and is today a fascinating and valuable field of collecting.
Die Sammlungsattraktivität der Zeppelinpost liegt in ihrer limitierten Verfügbarkeit und historischen Bedeutung. Verschiedene Flugrouten und besondere Ereignisse, wie etwa die Hindenburg-Katastrophe 1937, machen bestimmte Stücke besonders wertvoll. Zeppelinpost verbindet die Faszination der frühen Luftfahrtgeschichte mit der Philatelie und ist heute ein faszinierendes und wertvolles Sammelgebiet.
Factors determining the value of Zeppelin mail
Origin
The origin of the Zeppelin mail has a considerable influence on the value, with items from rare flight routes or deliveries from special regions and countries being highly sought after. Mail items from remote areas or those with limited transportation in particular fetch higher prices.
Age
Zeppelin mail items are mainly from the 1920s and 1930s, with items from the early years of airship travel in particular tending to be more valuable. The proximity to special historical events can further increase the value.
Material
The material, especially the type of envelopes and postcards used, can influence the value, with well-preserved materials being particularly appreciated. Special frankings or special stamps also increase the collector’s value.
Rarity
Rare mail, especially mail from historically significant flights (such as the Round-the-world Flight or even ill-fated flights), is particularly sought after by collectors and often fetches high prices. As postal items are usually individual items, the circumstances of your mailing play a greater role.
Condition
The condition of Zeppelin mail is a decisive value factor, with well-preserved, undamaged pieces being significantly more valuable. Factors such as color freshness, intactness of the paper and clearly recognizable stamps are important here.
Characteristics
Postmarks such as dispatch and arrival stamps are particularly important. If the Zeppelin mail comes from historically significant air travel (such as the 1929 Round-the-world Flight), this increases the value enormously. Due to their rarity, supplies from small countries are also in high demand.
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Stamps from the German colonies are particularly popular. They are extremely rare and their history makes them truly unique historical pieces. Stade Auktionen accepts stamps on letters and postcards as well as single stamps.
Individual items usually fetch a higher price. Nevertheless, we should consider together with you when it makes sense to sell individual items and when it makes sense to sell an entire collection. The valuation of a stamp collection depends on factors such as age, origin, rarity, condition and material.
The following conditions apply for consignments:
- The consignor may only consign postcards, stamps and other documents over which he has sole control.
- Consignments can be made at any time and will be included in the next auction.
- The starting prices are generally determined by the auction house. They are based on the current market situation.
- The auctioneer is entitled to accept underbids up to a maximum of 20% of the starting price.
- If the consignor withdraws the goods for reasons for which the consignor is responsible, an expense allowance of EUR 100 per hour shall be payable for the inspection and valuation of the items to be auctioned, but at least EUR 100 per order.
- The sales commission for the auctioneer is 22% of the hammer price. If the hammer price is up to 500 euros, the sales commission is 30% and the insurance costs are 1% of the hammer price. The statutory value added tax is levied on this. Postage costs for any returns shall be borne by the consignor. We charge a fee of 2.50 euros per lot for processing large lots and 1 euro for individual lots.
- The auctioneer cannot accept any liability for auctioned goods. He therefore takes out special auction insurance for the account of the customer, which insures the auctioned goods against all risks within the scope of this contract. The sum insured is 1% of the hammer price.
- If the consignor withdraws the goods for reasons for which he is responsible after the auctioneer has already advertised the goods in the catalog or on the Internet, the goods shall be deemed prepared for the auction and the auctioneer shall settle the order with a further expense allowance. This includes the lost commission of 20% of the starting price of the lot. In addition, the processing fee of EUR 25 per lot, up to a maximum of EUR 300, must be reimbursed. Fees for inspections that are necessary, at the auctioneer’s discretion, will be invoiced separately after consultation.
- Billing takes place 6-8 weeks after the auction.
- Advances are possible for good consignments.
- The place of jurisdiction for all parties involved is Lörrach.
We offer you various options for selling your stamps with us, depending on the type of stamp and your requirements. For advice on direct sales, commission sales or consignments for auction, please contact our experts on +49 7624 – 98 95 870 or at e-mail at einlieferung@stade-auktionen.de. In most cases, we can give you a clear assessment after you have sent us pictures. However, you also have the following options for sending the stamps:
- by visiting our premises
- by shipping at your own risk
- by letting us manage the collection of your valuables for transport, 100% insured (costs from €40.00 to max. €80.00 depending on the value).
The following costs apply depending on the value of the goods:
- Value of goods up to €10,000.00: €40
- Value of goods up to €15,000.00: €50
- Value of goods up to €20,000.00: €65
- Value of goods up to €25,000.00: €80
- Value of goods over €25,000.00: please give us a phone call
The surcharge for scheduled shipment within a time window of 4 hours (between 9:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.) is €6.00.
The surcharge for scheduled shipment within a time window of 2 hours (between 9:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.) is €10.00.
The bank transfer will be made as soon as possible after receipt of the goods.
The value and hence the selling price of old stamps depends on factors such as age, origin, rarity, condition and material. Rare stamps from German colonies can fetch high prices when sold.
To determine the value of stamps, it is important to consult a specialist such as Stade Auktionen. Specialist knowledge is required to correctly assess the value based on factors such as age, origin, rarity, condition and material.
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