Starting a stamp collection is a lot of fun, learning all about the stamps which have been issued by the countries of the world over the years. Postage stamps are miniature works of art - colourful, ...
In an effort to improve the national content of Kiloware (Stamps on Paper). Trade sellers of kiloware would like to ask all sorters to follow a basic set of guidelines. These are being requested as a very...
When searching for a 5/- Green Harbour Bridge you need to be extremely careful as it as become apparent to me that lately some sellers have become slightly clever and dishonest when creating their listings. ...
When purchasing stamps you may notice some sellers describing a stamp as being MNG (MINT NO GUM). I have noticed that the price of these stamps described as MNG have been selling for well over the value of a...
Before you purchase your first stamp album you should have some plan in your mind, even just a few thoughts and inclinations, on the likely progress and eventual scope of your collection. Most beginners buy...
The current stamp issuing policy of the British Post Office is undermining the Kiloware Trade. Their policy is to reduce the number of stamps used especially the higher values. The Official reason given by...
Buyers of phosphor omitted stamps must check with the seller that they are mint not used as the phosphor can be affected when stamps are soaked off paper. I have recently discovered with phosphor stamps that...
As stamp collecting becomes ever more popular as a hobby and also as a financial investment buyers need to be more aware of buying stamps that are not all that they seem. I am a keen collector of Queen...
If you normally post your parcels or letters by 1st class recorded delivery why not sent it 2nd class recorded but use postage stamps on the outside of your parcel or letter instead of the printed version the...
Lower your ebay postage costs, by buying 'unfranked' stamps on ebay. Just search 'unfranked' on ebay.co.uk and you will find an array of reuseable stamps!