Classic 1 Cent Omnibus 1880 Stamp Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Classic 1 Cent Omnibus 1880 Stamp Guide

This specific postal issue represents a low-denomination adhesive issued as part of the Omnibus Issue, a series introduced in the United States in 1869. Characterized by its one-cent face value and release... Read more »
Collectible US Airmail 13c Stamps: History & Value | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Collectible US Airmail 13c Stamps: History & Value

This specific postage, required for airmail delivery within the United States, represents a historical artifact of postal communication. A thirteen-cent denomination was necessary for a period during the mid-20th century, reflecting the... Read more »
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Frank Lloyd Wright 2 Stamp: History & Value | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Frank Lloyd Wright 2 Stamp: History & Value

This adhesive label, issued by the United States Postal Service in 1966, commemorates the renowned architect, Frank Lloyd Wright. Bearing his portrait and featuring one of his architectural designs, this small piece... Read more »
Collecting Win the War 3 Cent Stamps: A Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Collecting Win the War 3 Cent Stamps: A Guide

During World War II, the United States government issued a series of stamps intended to bolster public morale and encourage financial support for the war effort. One such series featured a denomination... Read more »
Classic 1847 Benjamin Franklin 1 Cent Stamp Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Classic 1847 Benjamin Franklin 1 Cent Stamp Guide

The first definitive postage stamp of the United States, released in 1847, depicted one of the Founding Fathers and featured a face value equal to one penny. Engraved portraits of Franklin, based... Read more »
Classic US Airmail Stamp 7 Cents: Collector's Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Classic US Airmail Stamp 7 Cents: Collector's Guide

A seven-cent airmail postage stamp, issued by the United States Postal Service, specifically designated the required fee for sending mail via air transportation. These stamps often featured distinctive designs, frequently incorporating patriotic... Read more »
Classic Washington 2 Cent Red Stamp Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Classic Washington 2 Cent Red Stamp Guide

The 1890-1894 issue featuring the first US President is a key area of study for philatelists. Specifically, the carmine variety of the two-cent denomination holds significant interest due to variations in shade... Read more »
Vintage Elvis Presley 29 Stamp: A Collector's Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Vintage Elvis Presley 29 Stamp: A Collector's Guide

The United States Postal Service issued a commemorative postage stamp honoring the “King of Rock and Roll” in 1993. This stamp, with a face value of 29 cents at the time of... Read more »
Historic 1 1/2 Martha Washington Stamp Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Historic 1 1/2 Martha Washington Stamp Guide

The subject refers to a United States postage stamp issued in 1902 featuring Martha Washington, the wife of George Washington, the first U.S. President. The denomination of the stamp was one and... Read more »
John Adams 2 Cent Stamp Value & Price Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

John Adams 2 Cent Stamp Value & Price Guide

A two-cent United States postage stamp featuring John Adams, the second U.S. president, can vary in price depending on factors such as its condition, the specific issue, and whether it’s part of... Read more »