171. World's Longest Running Stamp Design
In 1872, Norway issued a set of definitive stamps featuring a post horn design. The stamps were created by an architect, Andreas Friedrich Willhelm Von Hanno, and were issued in a variety of denominations. Amazingly, the same design is still in use...
173. Postage due stamps
In the era of stampless letters, it was generally accepted that the recipient would pay the postage on a letter at the time that it was delivered.
174. The first postage stamp of Brazil
The first issue of Brazil - the Bullseye, so nicknamed from the design's resemblance - comes fourth chronologically in order of issue of adhesive postage stamps. First, in 1840, came the Penny Black and two-pence Blue of Great Britain; in 1842 ca...
175. Stamp Collecting Software
If you’re a stamp collector, then you may be seeking a more high-tech way to find, identify and organize your stamps. How about using the power of computers? There are lots of great software programs out there dedicated to stamp collecting. Most of...
176. Stamp Collecting Basics
Philately, or stamp collecting, is a time-honored hobby enjoyed by collectors all over the world. This can be an enjoyable way to spend your free time, and it doesn’t have to cost a fortune. There are stamps out there for sale that range in price...
177. Coin Auctions
In a coin collection, the most difficult part is how to find the coins for the collection. A collector’s main method of acquiring coins is by buying them. The most common alternative in acquiring a coin is through purchase in auction sales.
180. Coin Collecting Books
The handbook from the universe is one that carries all the necessary information that every coin collector needs, literally speaking.
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Stamp Collecting
In 1872, Norway issued a set of definitive stamps featuring a post horn design. The stamps were created by an architect, Andreas Friedrich Willhelm Von Hanno, and were issued in a variety of denominations. Amazingly, the same design is still in use...
Are you looking to sell your stamps or collectables? We offer a free valuation service, throughout the UK. We guarantee to make an offer on any collection we view.