Understanding Postage Stamp Values & Prices | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Understanding Postage Stamp Values & Prices

The worth of a philatelic item is determined by a confluence of factors, including rarity, condition, historical significance, and demand. A pristine, unused stamp from a short-lived or historically significant period can... Read more »
Honoring Heroes: The Wounded Warrior Postage Stamp | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Honoring Heroes: The Wounded Warrior Postage Stamp

The semipostal stamp supporting programs for injured service members debuted in 2011. Featuring an image of a recovering soldier with a caregiver, this special issuance provides funding beyond the cost of postage,... Read more »
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Historic Clara Barton Postage Stamp Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Historic Clara Barton Postage Stamp Guide

A postage stamp honoring Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross, serves as a miniature tribute to her humanitarian contributions. These stamps typically feature her portrait and sometimes include symbolic elements... Read more »
Classic European Postage Stamps: A Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Classic European Postage Stamps: A Guide

Postal adhesives issued by European nations serve as miniature representations of their respective cultures, histories, and natural landscapes. A tiny, engraved image of the Eiffel Tower might represent France, while a vibrant... Read more »
Passport Photo: Postage Stamp Size Photo Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Passport Photo: Postage Stamp Size Photo Guide

A small image, typically around 1 inch by 1.5 inches, comparable to the dimensions of a standard adhesive postal token, is often required for various official documents. This miniature format serves practical... Read more »
Beautiful Postage Stamp Quilt Patterns & Ideas | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Beautiful Postage Stamp Quilt Patterns & Ideas

Small fabric squares, typically 1.5 to 2 inches in size, are sewn together to create a mosaic-like design reminiscent of a sheet of stamps. This construction method allows for diverse and intricate... Read more »
Collect Daron Postage Stamp Airplanes Now! | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Collect Daron Postage Stamp Airplanes Now!

These miniature aircraft replicas, often found affixed to small cards resembling postage stamps, represent a unique intersection of philately and diecast model collecting. Typically made of diecast metal or plastic, they showcase... Read more »
International Postage Stamps: A Guide | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

International Postage Stamps: A Guide

Overseas mail requires specific indicators of pre-paid postal fees. These small, adhesive labels, often depicting national symbols, figures, or commemorations, serve as proof of payment for the delivery of letters and parcels... Read more »
Postage Stamp Essentials for Postcards | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Postage Stamp Essentials for Postcards

A small adhesive label affixed to a postcard represents prepayment for postal services. This visual cue signals to postal workers that the sender has paid the necessary fee for delivery. For example,... Read more »
Charming Vintage Postage Stamp Fabric & Supplies | Old Stamp Collecting Guide: Discover, Value & Preserve Vintage Stamps

Charming Vintage Postage Stamp Fabric & Supplies

This unique textile features a repeating pattern of small, distinct motifs, often resembling miniature postage stamps in their size and arrangement. These motifs can vary widely, from intricate floral designs and geometric... Read more »