Stamp collecting is one of the most beloved hobbies worldwide. In the United States it has been approximated that over 20 million Americans collect stamps.
The first ever stamp that was issued was in 1840 in Britain. The stamp was called One Penny Black, and it featured a young Queen Victoria.
For philatelists or stamp collectors this historical piece of stamp is a must have in their collection.
An unused, original copy of this stamp is very hard to find.
However, a used version of this stamp would be much easier to get your hands on.
Stamp collectors would have to pay around $40- 130 for this, depending on the physical condition of the stamp.
There are many places where you can get stamps
1. For those who are just starting out on stamp collecting, they can get started by purchasing stamps from their local post office.
2. Hobby shops are also a great place to get stamps. This is where they can get a packet of stamps for a very low price.
3. For more serious collectors who are particular and selective when it comes to the type of stamps they collect, they can go to Ebay.
Ebay offers all kinds of stamps that come from individuals from all over the world. This is where stamp collectors can acquire stamps that they would not normally find in their local post office, or hobby shops!
4. For those who are dead serious about stamp collecting, they can get their stamps directly from stamp dealers. Stamp dealers can be located in stamp shows.
They offer a wide selection of stamps, ranging from those hard- to -find stamps, down to those really cheap stamps you can get in packs for a few dollars!
The internet is a great lace to find a dealer
Stamp dealers can be found using the internet. Those who are interested in collecting stamps should log into the net to check the listings of many stamp dealers online.
This is one of the most convenient way to find dealers of stamps.
Individuals can also look in their yellow pages to find stamp dealers in various locations around the country.
Now stamp collectors not only sell stamps; they also purchase and trade stamps.
So those who want to make some money off of their stamp collection can sell stamps they don't want or have copies of in their collection.
Stamp collecting in an extensive hobby that many people enjoy. For serious collectors who want to add key pieces in their collection, the best way for them to go about this is to find a stamp dealer.
Our section here on the site will show you how to start stamp collecting so that you will have fun, not pay too much for your stamps (or how to get them free)along with tips for how to know the value of your stamps if you decide to trade and sell stamps.
Stamp collecting is fun and affordable, for you, your kids and your friends. I have had many years of pleasure from my stamp collection.
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