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Lesson 12: Value

Value is somewhat of an elephant in the room.  While some collectors are not particularly interested in the value of their collections, others maintain fastidious records of what they paid and the catalog value for their collections.  Friends, relatives and acquaintances frequently ask questions...

Lesson 11: Stamps and the Internet

The internet contains a wealth of resources for all aspects of stamp collecting.  The best thing to do is simply to go explore!  The Garfield-Perry website contains a “Helpful Links” tab that lists a few major websites, but there are many resources available.  Here...
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Lesson 10: Philatelic Catalogs and Publications

Philately likely has the broadest array of literature and the deepest scholarship of any...

Lesson 9: Philatelic Tools and Accessories

As with most other hobbies, stamp collectors have developed a number of tools to...

Lesson 8: Mounting, Storing and Displaying Your Collection

There are many ways to keep and maintain a stamp collection.  At first, envelopes...

Lesson 7: Assessing Condition

Condition is particularly important for valuable stamps.  Stamps are delicate creatures, and especially for...

Lesson 6: Acquiring Material for Your Collection

Philately is infinitely scalable.  You can collect stamps without spending any money at all. ...

Lesson 5: What to Collect?

When it comes to what to collect, there are no rules.  Collect what you...

Lesson 4: Covers and Postal History

Most stamps were intended to be used on mail.  Collectors call an envelope that...

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Lesson 12: Value

Value is somewhat of an elephant in the room.  While some collectors are not...

Lesson 11: Stamps and the Internet

The internet contains a wealth of resources for all aspects of stamp collecting.  The...

Lesson 10: Philatelic Catalogs and Publications

Philately likely has the broadest array of literature and the deepest scholarship of any...

Lesson 9: Philatelic Tools and Accessories

As with most other hobbies, stamp collectors have developed a number of tools to...