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There has been a flurry in the numbers of philatelists who are thinking of investments. The world has gone through a series of debacles in the fields of securities investments and the rising menace of inflation has dealt the global economy a blow. The share market has also left many investors dreams dashing to the [...]

A Hobbyist’s Guide To Stamp Collecting Supplies Stamp collecting is a life-long hobby for art enthusiasts, traders and hobbyists alike. Much depends upon the quality of the stamps and to preserve your collection, you’ll also need some stamp collecting supplies. Archival stockbooks, stamp albums and computer organizer software are stamp collecting supplies that help collectors [...]

Through stamp collecting, one discovers educational information about sports, science, history, arts, currency, animals, rituals and customs of different countries and their people. The hobby of collecting stamps, also recognized as philately, is among the world’s most interesting and popular hobbies. Collectors find them attractive and fascinating at the same time educational. Some collect traditional [...]

Catalogs are a safe bet, whether you want to buy postage stamps, sell or appraise your collection. Stamp collecting and trading has captured America’s heart and millions of collectors for over a century. For the every day collector who can’t wait for the next auction, a Scott’s catalog can fill the void in one’s collection. [...]

You may be wondering, “Why do people collect stamps?” Initially, British children saw collecting as a fun game, since stamps were inexpensive to buy and had vivid pictures. These days many people are prompted to collect because a relative passed down the tradition or bought them a souvenir sheet of stamps. Today over 20 million [...]

Collectors come in all sizes, shapes and ages, range from the wealthiest to the most humble, the obsessive to the most casual, and gather anything from the obvious to the odd. In short, if it exists, someone will collect it, and usually proudly display it. To know the real secret about collecting is quite easy [...]

Taking A Look At The Varieties Of China Stamps Over 100 years of triumphs, disappointments and culture can be found in stamps from China. From the original “Dragon” collection, to Mao Zedong stamps, to the $2,550 Anna Nizam Charminar stamp, you’ll be dazzled by the stories told in such poignant images. Here you’ll find a [...]

The History of United States Postage Stamps With the largest motorized fleet in the US, the postal service has come a long way since the meager pony express. Collectors of colonial stamps are generally handsomely rewarded for their hawk’s eye, as some of these stamps can go for $2 to $3 Million new! Read on [...]

Where To Find Information on Postage Stamps For online information on postage stamps, hobbyists can check catalogs like Scott’s, societies like the American Philatelic Society, authentication centers like the Postal Stamp Experts, or buying and selling auctions like eBay. The best way to further your love of stamp collecting is to immerse yourself by taking [...]