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   What is counterfeit postage?

   • Counterfeit postage is any marking or indicia that has been made, printed, or otherwise created without authorization from the Postal Service that is printed or applied, or otherwise affixed, on an article placed in the mails that indicates or represents that valid postage has been paid to mail the article.

   USPS Warns the Public About Surge In Use of Counterfeit Postage

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   Where can I buy counterfeit stamps?

   • The number of counterfeit stamps being sold from online platforms has increased. Scammers sell fake stamps on social media marketplaces, e-commerce sites via third party vendors, and other websites. Typically, scammers sell counterfeit stamps at a large discount. The Postal Inspection Service recommends purchasing from Approved Postal Providers™.

   U.S. Postal Inspection Service Warns Consumers About Counterfeit

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   Are counterfeit stamps a scam?

   • Typically, scammers sell counterfeit stamps at a large discount. The Postal Inspection Service recommends purchasing from Approved Postal Providers™. Approved vendors can include legitimate warehouse retailers who do provide very small discounts on postage stamps, but through resale agreements with the Postal Service.

   U.S. Postal Inspection Service Warns Consumers About Counterfeit

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   Are counterfeit stamps coming from China?

   • In one case, we seized $2.5 million in counterfeit stamps coming from China. The Postal Inspection Service is also focusing on consumer protection. The number of counterfeit stamps being sold from online platforms has increased. Scammers sell fake stamps on social media marketplaces, e-commerce sites via third party vendors, and other websites.

   U.S. Postal Inspection Service Warns Consumers About Counterfeit

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2. www.uspis.gov › news › scam-articleCounterfeit Stamps – United States Postal Inspection Service

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   Jul 27, 2023 · Learn how to avoid buying fake stamps online and how to report them to USPS. Find out the signs of counterfeit stamps, the risks of using them, and the consequences for sellers.

3. www.snopes.com › beware-of-forever-stamp-scamsBeware of Forever Stamp Scams | Snopes.com

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   Feb 16, 2022 · Scammers sell fake Forever Stamps online at deep discounts, often on social media and e-commerce sites. USPS warns that counterfeit stamps are a common fraud and advises to buy from approved providers.

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6. www.freep.com › story › newsUSPS warns of counterfeit Forever stamps: How to spot fake vs ...

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   Jan 7, 2022 · Scammers are selling deeply discounted postage stamps online, especially during the holidays. Learn how to identify fake stamps, what to do if you get scammed, and how to report the problem.

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   Feb 15, 2023 · The intentional use, or sale, of counterfeit postage is a crime because it seeks to obtain services without payment. This activity reflects an intentional effort to defraud the Postal Service of the funds it needs to provide services to the public.

9. www.linns.com › news › us-stamps-postal-historyIdentifying counterfeit U.S. stamps - Linns Stamp News

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   Jan 10, 2023 · Learn how to spot and avoid fake U.S. postage stamps with the new 2023 Scott Specialized Catalogue of United States Counterfeits. Find out which stamp issues are known to be counterfeited and where to order the book or access the digital catalog.