Beating Some Obstacles When Collecting Stamps

(Tue Jul 14th, 2009, by Jerald Shin Shapiro)

Although philately can be infinitely interesting and enjoyable, it is a fact as well that stamp collecting has its own shares of obstacles to challenge its followers. As a beginner, you should be aware beforehand of the kinds of problems that you'll ...

Important Stamp Collecting Information

(Tue Jul 14th, 2009, by Jerald Shin Shapiro)

Stamp collecting can start out as a hobby but it can also become an individual's life's work. From waiting for the next print to purchasing stamps dating far back, this hobby takes a lot of passion and heart. There are people who collect baseball car...

Starting A Stamp Collecting Album

(Tue Jul 14th, 2009, by Jerald Shin Shapiro)

For some people, stamps are just those small, rectangular shaped cut-outs that are affixed to envelopes to mail letters to people.   That is not true for stamp collectors.  Stamp is a masterpiece, a priceless possession worth keeping.It is a very ...

How To Take Care Of Your Stamps

(Tue Jul 14th, 2009, by Jerald Shin Shapiro)

Caring for stamps is essential for all stamp collectors. Although stamps can be quite fragile since they are essentially only made of paper, ink and glue, it does not require much money to protect this investment. Caring for stamps requires only a bi...

An Introduction To Stamp Collection

(Tue Jul 14th, 2009, by Jerald Shin Shapiro)

Stamp collecting for many people is a favorite hobby. Something that they enjoy doing and sharing with their friends and stamp collectors alike. For some collectors, stamp collecting is a serious business. It has been estimated that nearly 20 million...

A Couple Of Stamp Collecting Strategies

(Tue Jul 14th, 2009, by Jerald Shin Shapiro)

Stamp collecting is one of the most popular hobbies in the world. In the United States, it has been estimated that over 20 million Americans are into stamp collecting.Stamp collecting for beginnersMost stamp collectors who are just starting out shoul...

Tools You Will Need To Start Your Own Stamp Collecting

(Tue Jul 14th, 2009, by Jerald Shin Shapiro)

Stamp collecting is an interesting hobby. Trivial as it may seem, a lot of history, culture, and tradition can be understood from collecting stamps alone. Stamps depict a certain moment in time. And that's why stamps that are from decades ago are val...

Locations Of Stamps Dealers

(Tue Jul 14th, 2009, by Jerald Shin Shapiro)

Stamp collecting is one of the most beloved hobbies worldwide. In the United States it has been approximated that over 20 million Americans collect stamps.The first ever stamp that was issued was in 1840 in Britain. The stamp was called One Penny Bla...

Using The Internet To Buy Stamps

(Tue Jul 14th, 2009, by Jerald Shin Shapiro)

Many people may not be aware of it, but eBay.com is fast becoming one of the best ways to buy, sell and trade stamps.  Philatelists have discovered that eBay is a great way to expand and improve their stamp collection.Surfing through the website, on...

Learn To Frame Your Stamps

(Tue Jul 14th, 2009, by Jerald Shin Shapiro)

The stamp collection you wanted is on its way.  You've rummaged mailbox and wastepaper bins post office, and saved your and your friends' envelopes to get your first stamps.  At this point, you start to think about where best to keep your stamp col...