USPS Postcard Stamp Rates 2024: Full Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

USPS Postcard Stamp Rates 2024: Full Guide

The cost of mailing a postcard through a postal service is subject to change based on various factors. These can include the destination (domestic versus international), the size and weight of the... Read more »
CPA Postage Stamp Marketing: Tips & Strategies | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

CPA Postage Stamp Marketing: Tips & Strategies

Certified Public Accountant marketing materials sometimes utilized small, adhesive labels affixed to mail. These labels, similar in appearance to traditional postage, often featured a company logo, contact information, or a brief promotional... Read more »
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Miniature Postage Stamp Trains of Aurora, IL | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Miniature Postage Stamp Trains of Aurora, IL

Miniature railroads, often operating on extremely small scales within confined spaces like a backyard or even a single room, provide a unique and accessible entry point to the world of model railroading.... Read more »
2024 Postage Stamp Price: Cost & Savings Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

2024 Postage Stamp Price: Cost & Savings Guide

The current cost of a standard first-class mail Forever stamp is $0.66 (as of November 2023). Forever stamps are always valid for the current first-class one-ounce letter rate, regardless of when they... Read more »
Honoring Heroes: The USA 2001 Postage Stamp | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Honoring Heroes: The USA 2001 Postage Stamp

The 34-cent commemorative postage issued in 2001 honored the individuals who risked their lives during the September 11th attacks. These stamps, featuring the inscription “Heroes,” served as a tribute to the firefighters,... Read more »
Small Postage Stamp Envelope Sizes & Dimensions Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Small Postage Stamp Envelope Sizes & Dimensions Guide

Small envelopes, typically designed to hold a single folded sheet of paper or small, flat items, are often referred to as “postage stamp envelopes” due to their compact dimensions. These envelopes are... Read more »
Collecting Kandinsky Postage Stamps: A Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Collecting Kandinsky Postage Stamps: A Guide

Postage stamps featuring the artwork of Wassily Kandinsky, a pioneer of abstract art, represent a convergence of visual art and postal communication. These stamps showcase his vibrant colors, geometric shapes, and dynamic... Read more »
Stamp Value: How Much is My Postage Stamp Worth? Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Stamp Value: How Much is My Postage Stamp Worth? Guide

Determining the monetary value of a postage stamp involves considering factors such as its age, condition, rarity, historical significance, and demand within the philatelic market. A common stamp from a recent issue... Read more »
Guide to US Postage B Stamps & Values | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Guide to US Postage B Stamps & Values

The “B” designation represents a specific type of postage within the United States postal system. These stamps, often part of a larger series, typically serve a particular purpose, such as representing a... Read more »
Postage Stamp Weight: How Many Ounces? | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Postage Stamp Weight: How Many Ounces?

A single, standard-sized postage stamp for domestic mail within the United States weighs a negligible amount. While the exact weight can vary slightly due to the type of paper and adhesive used,... Read more »