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Stamp Collecting (Philately)
Questions about the hobby of postage stamp collecting and those little pieces of paper that fascinate everyone from the young school child to presidents and monarchs.
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Do you need to use two forever stamps?
The Forever stamp is worth the cost to mail one ounce of first class mail. An addition stamp on an envelope would currently cover two more ounces with some left over. It will always be worth that much regardless of how much it costs at the post office.
What year was the Bread Wagon 1880's 25c stamp issued?
That would be Scott number US 2136. It was issued in 1986.
Can Florida stamps be used in Minnesota?
Florida does not have stamps. The Federal Government issues postage stamps, not the individual states. They can be used anywhere in the United States.
How much is a William T Piper stamp worth?
United States Scott #C129. You can purchase a used copy for 50 cents. A mint, or unused, copy would be $1.50.
To get all stamps on club penguin you must work on getting a certain stamp,for example I want the Rock hopper stamp and I see his ship is there and I find him and get the stamp.
John E. du Pont is believed to be the owner. The last time it was on display was Ameripex in 1986. I saw it there on exhibit with a guard stationed next to it.
What is a mint plate block of stamps?
Stamps are printed using metal plates. The plates are marked with a number on the margins. A plate block consists of the stamps adjacent to that number in pairs, usually four or six stamps.
What is the value of a frederic Remington artist of the west 4 cent stamp?
20 cents used; 50 cents unused
Which ship is pictured on the postage stamp?
There are a lot of ships pictured on postage stamps. They are a very popular subject. There are even collectors that specialize in only stamps that show ships.
A group of people that like to collect stamps and meet to trade and discuss the hobby. They occasionally hold exhibits and stamp shows.
How old is the Egyptian stamp called dix paras?
According to my Stamp Album it entered circulation some time in 1879-1872
What is postage on a first class letter from US to Hawaii?
Hawaii is a part of the United States. First Class Postage is 44 cents for the first ounce in 2010.
Is the cover of a book of us stamps also a stamp?
No, that is not valid for postage. It was just easier to print them that way. Make sure you use a real postage stamp on your letters.
What is IPPC stamp on pallets?
The IPPC stamp on some pallets refers to the International Plant Protection Convention. The IPPC is an agreement between nations to protect the health of plants and prevent the spread of pests.
Which country's postal stamps have the name helvetia?
Helvetia is the Latin name for Switzerland. They speak German, French and Italian, so it is rather confusing! Rather than try to use the three official languages of Switzerland they use the Latin.
What was the LAST non self adhesive postage stamp?
The USPS still makes and sells water-activated (lick and stick) stamps in lower denominations such as 10-cents.
What are canceled stamps and are they worth anything?
Cancellation refers to the postal markings printed on stamps after they are mailed. Stamps with these marks on them are known as "cancelled" or "used" stamps. Yes, they are worth something to collectors, but their value varies widely, from almost nothing ( say 5 cents per hundred) to thousands of dollars.
That depends a great deal on the stamp. In general, stamps on cover are worth more than those off of the cover. To determine value, you would have to consult a catalog or dealer.
