What is Philately Stamp Collecting
by Will M
Philately, or the study of stamps, is a huge field of study
that has captured the attention of many Americans over
the years. This fascination with stamps and the history
that surrounds them has led to a hobby related to philately,
which is collecting stamps.
Usually, stamp collection begins with the acquisition of a
first couple of stamps and the choice of a particular
classification of stamps where the collector will concentrate
his or her efforts on. The continued acquisition of the
stamps for the collection is done either through personal
letters, the postal office, trading with fellow collectors, or
collectible stamp dealers, rare and high quality stamps
under the chosen classification.
However, while it may seem that a philatelic hobby is
far too difficult or obscure, it actually is not. The collection
and study of stamps is not a completely novel idea; over
110 countries worldwide have a sort of society for
philatelists (or stamp collectors and enthusiasts).
In the United States of America, philatelists banded
together in the year 1886 under the umbrella of the
American Philatelic Society (APS). For more than a
century now, the APS provides its members not only an
avenue to meet fellow enthusiasts, but also various
services and informational programs to assist in the pursuit
nd enhancement of the collecting experience. Over this huge
span of time, the APS has been kept alive by donations,
sale of its various publications, receipt of payment for its
services, and receipt of its members' dues. The community
of APS is not a small one that may be overlooked. In the
country, there are more than 44, 000 philatelists formally
part of the APS. There are many others who are new to the
trade, or are yet to find their way to APS. This huge number
is proven by the fact that various states hold annual philatelic
conventions for enthusiasts in the area to meet and convene.
Another philatelic association in the United States known
equally for its expertise is the Philatelic Foundation.
Various classifications and concentrations of collection are
available. Some of them include postage stamps from other
countries (particularly those of age), postage stationery
(including air letter sheets, government-issued post cards)
that preceded the printing of the first stamp in the form we
know today, revenue stamps, or first day cover stamps.
About the AuthorTo read the rest of this article go now to http://www.stampcollecting.ws/Philately-Stamp-Collecting.html
Philately, or the study of stamps, is a huge field of study
that has captured the attention of many Americans over
the years. This fascination with stamps and the history
that surrounds them has led to a hobby related to philately,
which is collecting stamps.
Usually, stamp collection begins with the acquisition of a
first couple of stamps and the choice of a particular
classification of stamps where the collector will concentrate
his or her efforts on. The continued acquisition of the
stamps for the collection is done either through personal
letters, the postal office, trading with fellow collectors, or
collectible stamp dealers, rare and high quality stamps
under the chosen classification.
However, while it may seem that a philatelic hobby is
far too difficult or obscure, it actually is not. The collection
and study of stamps is not a completely novel idea; over
110 countries worldwide have a sort of society for
philatelists (or stamp collectors and enthusiasts).
In the United States of America, philatelists banded
together in the year 1886 under the umbrella of the
American Philatelic Society (APS). For more than a
century now, the APS provides its members not only an
avenue to meet fellow enthusiasts, but also various
services and informational programs to assist in the pursuit
nd enhancement of the collecting experience. Over this huge
span of time, the APS has been kept alive by donations,
sale of its various publications, receipt of payment for its
services, and receipt of its members' dues. The community
of APS is not a small one that may be overlooked. In the
country, there are more than 44, 000 philatelists formally
part of the APS. There are many others who are new to the
trade, or are yet to find their way to APS. This huge number
is proven by the fact that various states hold annual philatelic
conventions for enthusiasts in the area to meet and convene.
Another philatelic association in the United States known
equally for its expertise is the Philatelic Foundation.
Various classifications and concentrations of collection are
available. Some of them include postage stamps from other
countries (particularly those of age), postage stationery
(including air letter sheets, government-issued post cards)
that preceded the printing of the first stamp in the form we
know today, revenue stamps, or first day cover stamps.
About the AuthorTo read the rest of this article go now to http://www.stampcollecting.ws/Philately-Stamp-Collecting.html
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Hey Guys, I recently found my dad's stamp collection, but it is on very old collection book and I wanted to trans fer stamps to a new book. Can you people please guide me how to do that without damaging the stamps.
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