AI Stamp Identifier

How to Use This Identifier

Upload a clear photo of the stamp. The AI analyzes the design, text, denomination, and printing characteristics to identify the exact issue and value.

Tips for Better Results

What the AI Identifies

• Country of Origin: Issuing country or postal authority
• Year of Issue: Date of first issue and production period
• Catalog Numbers: Scott, Michel, Stanley Gibbons references
• Variety Detection: Printing varieties, errors, and types
• Condition Grade: Mint, used, centering, gum assessment
• Market Value: Current estimated value in identified condition

Stamps We Identify

Worldwide stamps from classic 19th century issues to modern commemoratives, including definitives, commemoratives, airmails, special delivery, revenue stamps, and postal history from all countries.

What Our AI Stamp Identifies

Our stamp AI analyzes uploaded images and descriptions to provide comprehensive identification results. Identify any postage stamp with AI-powered philatelic analysis. Perfect for stamp collectors, estate sale hunters, and postal history enthusiasts. Upload a photo to discover the country, year of issue, Scott/Michel catalog numbers, printing variety, condition assessment, and current market value. The system examines multiple visual and contextual characteristics to deliver accurate identifications with detailed explanations of distinguishing features.

Country of Origin

Issuing country or postal authority Our advanced AI analyzes visual and contextual elements to provide accurate identification with detailed supporting information. Results include confidence levels and alternative possibilities when applicable.

Year of Issue

Date of first issue and production period Our advanced AI analyzes visual and contextual elements to provide accurate identification with detailed supporting information. Results include confidence levels and alternative possibilities when applicable.

Catalog Numbers

Scott, Michel, Stanley Gibbons references Our advanced AI analyzes visual and contextual elements to provide accurate identification with detailed supporting information. Results include confidence levels and alternative possibilities when applicable.

Variety Detection

Printing varieties, errors, and types Our advanced AI analyzes visual and contextual elements to provide accurate identification with detailed supporting information. Results include confidence levels and alternative possibilities when applicable.

Stamp Categories We Recognize

Worldwide stamps from classic 19th century issues to modern commemoratives, including definitives, commemoratives, airmails, special delivery, revenue stamps, and postal history from all countries. Our database encompasses common varieties, rare specimens, vintage items, modern releases, and everything in between. The AI continuously learns from new examples to improve accuracy across all categories and edge cases.

Common Items

The most frequently encountered stamp items are identified with high confidence and comprehensive detail. These include mainstream products, popular varieties, and widely distributed examples.

Rare & Collectible

Our AI recognizes rare, limited edition, and vintage stamp items that often have significant value or historical importance. Identification includes rarity assessment and collectibility notes.

Variations & Editions

Many stamp items have multiple versions, color variations, or special editions. Our system distinguishes between these variants and identifies specific release information when available.

Tips for Accurate Stamp Identification

Image quality and detail directly impact identification accuracy. Clear, well-lit photos showing distinctive features produce the best results. Multiple angles help when items have identifying marks on different surfaces. Avoid filters or heavy editing that might alter colors or obscure details.

Full Stamp

Capture the complete stamp including perforations. Following this guidance significantly improves identification accuracy and the detail level of results returned.

Even Lighting

Avoid shadows that obscure design details. Following this guidance significantly improves identification accuracy and the detail level of results returned.

High Resolution

Clear photos reveal watermarks and printing varieties. Following this guidance significantly improves identification accuracy and the detail level of results returned.

Why Identify Stamp Items

Accurate stamp identification serves collectors, enthusiasts, sellers, and curious individuals alike. Collectors verify authenticity and assess value. Sellers price items appropriately and write accurate listings. Enthusiasts deepen their knowledge and appreciation. Even casual users satisfy curiosity about items they encounter.

For Collectors

Building a quality collection requires accurate identification. Our tool helps verify items before purchase, identify pieces in existing collections, and discover rare finds at estate sales, thrift stores, or garage sales.

For Sellers

Accurate identification is essential for pricing items correctly and writing searchable listings. Misidentified items either undersell valuable pieces or frustrate buyers expecting something different.

For Enthusiasts

Knowledge enhances appreciation. Understanding what you're looking at—its history, rarity, and distinguishing features—transforms casual interest into informed enthusiasm.

Understanding Stamp Identification Results

Our AI provides comprehensive identification results that go beyond simple naming. Results include primary identification with confidence level, alternative possibilities ranked by likelihood, key distinguishing features that led to the identification, relevant historical or contextual information, and value indicators where applicable. Use the confidence level to gauge how certain the identification is—high confidence results are very reliable, while lower confidence suggests reviewing alternative possibilities.

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