Philately: The study of postage stamps and associated areas.Definitive stamp: A definitive stamp is intended for everyday use over a long period of time often depicting the profile of the monarch’s head.Commemorative stamp: A commemorative stamp commemorates an event or theme, sometimes called ‘Special’ as often there is no...
There are many places to buy stamps but why not first ask your family to see if anyone has an old collection you could have. You could also collect the stamps from your own post or ask family and friends to keep theirs. If you have relatives abroad this...
Knowing a little more about the history of the postage stamp will help you on your way to becoming a stamp collector. The first stamp was produced in Great Britain in 1840 and is known as the Penny Black. This small piece of paper changed the way we sent...
