American Philatelic Society
How Collectors Price Their Stamps
Stamp collecting is not exactly a new trend sweeping through the world; In fact, philately (or the study of stamps), and stamp collecting have been of interest to many enthusiasts for over centuries. In fact, the American Philatelic Society (APS), which is the biggest congregation of philatelists and stamp enthusiasts in the world with over 40, 000 members, was established in the year 1886.
However, the standards by which the marketability and collectable worth of stamps have more or less remained ... Read More »
A Stamp-ede in San Antonio!
San Antonio, Texas, is just one of the many places worldwide that is hooked on the more-than-century-old craze of philatelythe study of stamps, and stamp collecting. It had its beginnings alongside the national consolidation of stamp collectors and enthusiasts.
This consolidation happened when stamp collectors and enthusiasts all over the United States gathered together in the year 1886 to create the American Philatelic Society (APS). Fuelled by the same keen interest exuded by its present-day members, it is home to the ... Read More »