1. History of US postage stamps
Knowing that the US postal service produces quite a number of postage stamps a year, it is expected that most famous postage stamp collectors and enthusiast are from the United States. The United States postage stamps have contributed a lot to po...
2. Rare Canadian Stamps
Canada has a very interesting postal history right from French control (1608-1763) to the Dominion of Canada since 1868. In the interim period, Canada also had British and provincial control. We take a look at some of the Rare Canadian stamps thr...
3. Old Postage Stamps
The value of old postage stamps varies immensely depending upon its rarity. The scarcer a postage stamp is the more valuable it will be. There are other factors of course, the condition, postmark, date stamped and so on. So it is not just the age...
4. Olympics Handover miniature sheet - Joint Issue with China Post.
A miniature sheet of 4 stamps will be issued on the occasion of the handover of the Olympic Flag from Beijing to London. This is a joint issue with China Post, and four stamps will be available in both countries.
5. South Africa unveils new Mandela stamps
South Africa has released a limited number of stamps to honour former president, Nelson Mandela on his 90th birthday.
6. Australia: '100 Years of Quarantine' stamp
Marking the centenary of the Quarantine Act, this stamp is released to commemorate the 1908 Act passed to protect Australia from diseases, pest and destructive animals. The quarantine of the island has been very successful and its high runni...
7. Abstract Guernsey Stamps
Guernsey's coastline has been photographed countless times over the years, with amateurs and professionals keen to capture its breathtaking beauty. Many have done so, but few have captured the scenes with the sort of ethereal quality achieve...
8. 25 Years of Alderney Stamps
This year year Alderney celebrates 25 years of issuing postage stamps, independant from the other channel islands. The first set of definitives contained 17 stamps, and contained pictorial images of the island. The stamps were designed by Gord...
9. Alphabet Stamps From New Zealand
New Zealand Post are to issue a new set of stamps based upon the letters in the alphabet. The issue is due on the 6th August, and all 26 stamps have a value of 50c.
10. Start Collecting Stamps
Throwing your stamps into a box or drawer may cause them to tear, become creased, or soiled reducing their value. Always store your collection in albums specifically designed for postage stamps.
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.
Stamp Collecting
Knowing that the US postal service produces quite a number of postage stamps a year, it is expected that most famous postage stamp collectors and enthusiast are from the United States. The United States postage stamps have contributed a lot to po...
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.