Creating physical postage for mail, whether through online services, specialized software, or personal printers, offers a convenient alternative to traditional stamps. For instance, a small business can generate and print postage directly... Read more »
A pre-designed framework for creating simulated or personalized postage, often featuring the characteristic rectangular shape, perforated edges, and space for an image or design, provides a versatile tool for various creative and... Read more »
Postage stamps from Croatia often feature the abbreviation “nd” alongside “Hrvatska,” the Croatian word for Croatia. This abbreviation typically represents nominal denominations, placeholder values used before a stamp’s official value is determined.... Read more »
The price of sending a single postcard through the postal service depends on several factors, including the destination (domestic versus international), the size and weight of the card, and any additional services... Read more »
Issued on July 1, 1847, the five-cent Benjamin Franklin stamp and the ten-cent George Washington stamp marked the beginning of nationally standardized pre-paid postage in the United States. Prior to this, postal... Read more »
Offered in various formats, from curated sets focusing on specific themes or periods to expansive accumulations spanning decades, philatelic holdings from the United States frequently enter the market. These can range from... Read more »
The curated accumulation of postage stamps, often organized systematically based on criteria such as country of origin, historical period, thematic content, or printing techniques, represents a popular hobby and, for some, a... Read more »
The first adhesive stamps issued by the Austrian Empire, introduced in 1850, are significant artifacts of postal history. These imperforate stamps, printed in black on various colored paper, featured the profile of... Read more »
A bed covering constructed from numerous small fabric squares, often arranged in a mosaic-like pattern reminiscent of philatelic displays, embodies this concept. These textiles typically feature carefully curated fabrics, sometimes including actual... Read more »
Unused postage that has been removed from its original backing paper, often retaining partial or no gum, is a common occurrence in philately. This detached state distinguishes it from mint or used... Read more »