This is index page for articles stored under category articles index on ask anything about postage stamps and stamp collecting philately. Quickly determining stamp collecting values, or finding out how much a stamp collection or single postage stamp is worth, should be easy. If there is any specific information you need then please let us know using our feedback form. As a modest beginning stamp collector i was looking for a book that gave the basics. The stamp collector is a childrens picture book recommended for ages 8 and up by jennifer lanthier and francois thisdale. We are always available to discuss your valuable stamp collection 365 days a year. Firemen on stamps stamp community forum page 2 journal 3, book making. Only one of its type exists now, which is used and cut in the shape of an octagon. British colonists wishing to send letters home were the target audience for these stamps, and their adoption spurred other chinese municipalities with large. Worldwide stamp packet assortment 65 ct 2018 liberty ii supplement. Since that time millions upon millions of hobbyists have experienced the joys of stamp collecting. Stamporama began with 6 members in january 1996 with one idea trading duplicates among the members.
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In other words the rarer your old postage stamp is, the more valuable it will be. Continued use of our site confirms your choice to accept our privacy policy and confirms your agreement to the processing of your personal data in line with our policy and your preferences. Book and young people 1972 carrier pigeon 1972 jose m. The history of chinese stamps parallels the countrys great shifts in its ruling powers. Wowoss 12 sheet coin pocket pages plastic clear coin holders coin stamp collector binder sheets currency collecting album supplies with 3, 4, 20, 30 and 42 pocket pages 4. We ordered this kit for a beginner at stamp collecting. Stamp values for stamp collections, old stamps and current rate stamps determining stamp values depends highly on what types of stamps youre talking about.
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The title hints at it but there are very different steps to figure out what your stamps are worth. May 09, 2020 the 1921 six stamp semipostal issue consists of regular issue scott 16 surcharged in black or red. Images of over 1,000,000 stamps from all over the world. Stampworld various the facebook of stamp collectors. The albums range from as few as four to more than 30 pages and include background information on the illustrated stamps. Any extra photos or questions message me thanks for looking. We have set down a couple of basic rules to ensure this forum remains a fun and entertaining place for all stamp collectors. We have cash now, and are looking for more collections to buy. The aps collection of genuine stamps and postal history was created in the early 1990s and separated into two groups. This 2 dvdrom set contains 33,000 pages, in full color, with stamp images, that are not included. My purchases are small, very focused, i own a few hundred not a few thousand stamps, i dont collect for resale.
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