How It Works: Buying, Bidding, & Selling Made Easy
From browsing to final bids to getting paid, here’s what to expect every step of the way.
How It Works
Getting Started: Choose Your Path
At Michael E. Aldrich, Inc., we’ve built a platform that works for every kind of collector. Whether you’re here to buy, bid, or sell, we’ve made each path simple, transparent, and supported every step of the way.
Buying in Our Fixed-Price Store
- Browse curated listings at your own pace
- Add items to your cart with no bidding required
- Checkout securely and enjoy fast shipping
- Great for casual collectors and those who want to buy instantly
Bidding in Our Auctions
We host two distinct auction formats:
- ABC Auctions: Dealer lots, accumulations, and collections
- MEA Auctions: Premium U.S. & worldwide stamps, postal history, and revenues
How to Bid:
- Register for an Account
- Browse Upcoming Auctions and view lots
- Place Bids Online in real time or in advance
- Watch & Win — we’ll notify you if you’re the winning bidder
- Pay Securely and your stamps ship promptly
Selling Your Stamps
If you’re looking to sell, we offer a trusted, step-by-step consignment process:
- Reach Out for a Valuation – Tell us what you have
- Send Your Material – We’ll guide you on packaging and shipping
- Consignment Agreement – We define terms together
- We Do the Work – Photography, descriptions, and promotion
- You Get Paid – Prompt payouts after your items sell
We sell through both auctions and fixed-price formats and will help you choose the best route for your material.
Still Have Questions?
Our team is here to help. Whether you're unsure where to start or just want a quick answer, get in touch with us!