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29th September 2009
Everyone knows that a stamp is a small piece of paper that is glued to the exterior of a letter or parcel sent via the post office. It is used both locally and internationally as proof of paid fee for the service rendered.
Stamps represent something mo... Read >
Author: wbdoyle22nd September 2009
anymore that the United States is home for the stamp collectors.
Given this fact, it is therefore inevitable for certain communities to have a considerable population of dedicated stamp collectors, like Louisville, Kentucky for example. Most residents... Read >
Author: Marvin Cervantes22nd September 2009
The hobby of collecting stamps, also recognized as philately, is among the world's most interesting and popular hobbies. Collectors find them attractive and fascinating at the same time educational.
Some collect traditional stamps or "by the country"... Read >
Author: Marvin Cervantes22nd September 2009
Postage stamp collecting was born basically at the same time that the first stamps were issued. Around 1860, there were already thousands of collectors and businessmen became caterers in terms of the desires of these collectors. The stamp madness swept ... Read >
Author: Marvin Cervantes22nd September 2009
anything related to it. Collecting stamps does not necessarily entail the study of it and vise versa.
What is Coin Collecting?
Coin collecting is concerned with the study and collection of coins. It can also involve paper money bearing the official ... Read >
Author: Marvin Cervantes16th September 2009
Collecting stamps, for some people, is more than just a hobby-it's a lifestyle. In fact, the world has been witness to decades upon decades of stamp collecting. Case in point: the American Philatelic Society (APS) with its 44, 000 members-the biggest memb... Read >
Author: Marvin Cervantes16th September 2009
It is on this context that experts consider collecting as one form of artistic endeavor in the sense that the mere acquisition of objects that is limited to the interest of the person who acquires them is already artistic. This means that not all people... Read >
Author: Marvin Cervantes07th September 2009
Many consider stamp collecting as a fun activity not only for older people but also for kids. It provides a person the pleasure of collecting different types of stamps that he may find in ordinary binders or through his received mail. Some people consider... Read >
Author: Marvin Cervantes07th September 2009
Stamp collecting is one of the most popular hobbies of many Americans and other cultures. It may be weird to some people who do not understand the joy people get from collecting stamps. Stamp collectors find it satisfying to see their huge collection of s... Read >
Author: Marvin Cervantes07th September 2009
Many people consider stamp collecting as a personal hobby. To get started in collecting stamps can be fun and exciting. It is important to be sure what type of stamps to search and look for. He must also know how to secure and preserve them so that he wil... Read >
Author: Marvin Cervantes07th September 2009
Collecting stamp is a very famous hobby. It is a very easy activity that provides fun to many. If you would like to start your own collection of stamps, here is how to get started:
1. To get started with the hobby, you need to decide first on what kind... Read >
Author: Marvin Cervantes25th August 2009
Stamp collecting is one hobby that is loved all over the world. Aside from the wonderful experience that stamps give to the collectors, it is also a very inexpensive hobby.
Stamp collecting does not only involve collecting stamps per se but also other ... Read >
Author: Marvin Cervantes03rd August 2009
Stamp collecting used to be regarded a childish hobby as during the mid 1800’s it was mostly pursued by children and teenagers. As those children grew into adulthood, they remained avid collectors effectively transitioning stamp collecting into an adult... Read >
Author: Chris Bednarz15th May 2009
No matter from what continent or country, people are known for their love for collecting various items. And one of these items, some of the most valuable are stamps, rare stamps to be more exact. Rare stamps can be purchased from a number of sources, like... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola15th May 2009
Most people may know that collectible rare stamps have high price tags. However, only people involved in the collection and purchase of rare stamps, know that making a stamp investment is one of the best investment options available out there.
The whol... Read >
Author: groshan fabiola10th April 2009
The stamp collection mania occurred shortly after the first stamps were used for mailing letters. The first official name for the hobby was timbromania, derived from the French word timbre, meaning stamp. It was 1864 when the word philately, a Greek term ... Read >
Author: Jerald Shin Shapiro10th April 2009
The use of stamps for mailing letters was a new application of an old idea. Early civilizations already had portraits of kings and queens imprinted on small pieces of paper and attached to contracts and letters sent to important people. Before, stamps and... Read >
Author: Jerald Shin Shapiro10th April 2009
Stamp collecting, one of the most popular hobbies in the world, is an activity that involves the gathering and organizing of postage stamps and other related items such as covers, that is, packages or envelopes with stamps pasted on them.
The first st... Read >
Author: Jerald Shin Shapiro09th April 2009
We can all appreciate how life somehow seems to flash by when you're busy doing all of those menial chores such as keeping the house tidy or pushing a trolley around the supermarket. Even if we have a fortnight's break in the summer to look forward to, so... Read >
Author: neiljontas02nd April 2009
Whoever said that philately is an expensive hobby to maintain most probably lacked wit and imagination! There are various ways that you can keep the costs to a minimum when collecting stamps - and all it takes is just a little ingenuity!
NEVER BE PICKY... Read >
Author: Jerald Shin Shapiro25th March 2009
Who is the ideal man for you? When you were a little girl you dreamed about Prince Charming or a lovely knight who would adore you. As soon as you grew up your demands increased. You don't dream about Prince Charming anymore, you found that beauty is not ... Read >
Author: Marius Gherghinescu25th March 2009
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 Blac... Read >
Author: Jerald Shin Shapiro25th March 2009
Stamp collecting is an interesting hobby. Trivial as it may seem, a lot of history, culture, and tradition can be understood from collecting stamps alone. Stamps depict a certain moment in time. And that's why stamps that are from decades ago are valued s... Read >
Author: Jerald Shin Shapiro25th March 2009
Stamp collecting is one of the most popular hobbies in the world. In the United States, it has been estimated that over 20 million Americans are into stamp collecting.
Stamp collecting for beginners
Most stamp collectors who are just starting out sh... Read >
Author: Jerald Shin Shapiro25th March 2009
Stamp collecting for many people is a favorite hobby. Something that they enjoy doing and sharing with their friends and stamp collectors alike.
For some collectors, stamp collecting is a serious business. It has been estimated that nearly 20 million ... Read >
Author: Jerald Shin Shapiro19th March 2009
We can all appreciate how life somehow seems to flash by when you're busy doing all of those menial chores such as keeping the house tidy or pushing a trolley around the supermarket. Even if we have a fortnight's break in the summer to look forward to, so... Read >
Author: Johnasmith13th March 2009
Collecting and bringing stuff together is fun and it can be rewarding too when your collection gets noticed by other people who may even want to buy your collection. People collect dolls, cars, toys, and almost anything that can be accumulated. For some... Read >
Author: Jerald Shin Shapiro09th March 2009
Stamp collecting, for the uninitiated, is the collection of stamps from around the globe. Technically, it is called a philatelic collection (funny way of naming things, these scientists have). And if you think it's a hobby for kids and weird ones, you'll ... Read >
Author: Jerald Shin Shapiro09th March 2009
Collecting stamps from one country compared to collecting stamps from various nations is better as there is a lot more time and effort to have access to more stamps locally than internationally.
For instance, it is a bit difficult to complete an Au... Read >
Author: Jerald Shin Shapiro09th March 2009
Finding the right topic for your next eBook can be hard. You need to find a topic that is interesting and doable for you as a writer. You also need to find a topic that your audience will look for and will be interesting in buying or downloading.
Befor... Read >
Author: sankaran singh22nd January 2009
Children should be encouraged from a very young age to participate in great hobbies. As we have a society growing towards simplicity, it is important that children see that some things in life still require patience and mastery.
Some children are so us... Read >
Author: shaktian200917th December 2008
One of the hardest thing to do with a new web site is to get the word out. Blogs like WordPress have functionality in them which sends notifications to various services about new posts you make. This has great benefits as your blog eventually will begin t... Read >
Author: Thomas C. Gajdjis08th December 2008
If you are interested in collecting stamps you will have to make an important choice and decide if you want to specialize in used or unused stamps. Used means the stamps have been sent through the mail and were cancelled, while unused stamps were purchase... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer12th September 2008
Do you have a hobby that is worth showing to others? Do you want to find people with interest like yours? Maybe you are looking for one? Or maybe you hobby became your lifestyle or your work (lucky you!)?
Most of us when asked about hobbies, will answe... Read >
Author: Ursula23rd July 2008
To ride one’s hobby horse, is to indulge in ones favourite pastime. Learning new hobbies are a wonderful way for children to have fun, develop skills and make new friends. A hobby can either be practiced in a group or alone, according to ones temperamen... Read >
Author: Jennie20th May 2008
Now you do not have to take the pain of collecting stamps, papers, adhesives and other craft materials, because the most amazing option of enhancing your creativity in the form of digital scrapbooking is available for you. This facility has successfully e... Read >
Author: John Foster27th April 2008
You know what it is like when the kids have time off from school and the weather is playing up. They always sit about moping and saying they are bored, even though they have endless video games and toys at their disposal. What they needs is a past-time th... Read >
Author: Joseph25th April 2008
Collecting stamps is one of the oldest hobbies. The stamp collecting hobby crosses all boundaries and genres. There are a lot of hobbies that were created in a single nation, while philately is universal. Collection of postage stamps, not only provides th... Read >
Author: nagalakshmi14th April 2008
"From collecting stamps to scooping ice cream, your past experience has not only made you who you are, but taught you plenty of valuable lessons that may apply to the workplace. However, before you can effectively present these abilities to a potential em... Read >
Author: Mistina Thomson27th March 2008
Collecting stamps is one of the oldest hobbies. The stamp collecting hobby crosses all boundaries and genres. There are a lot of hobbies that were created in a single nation, while philately is universal. Collection of postage stamps, not only provides th... Read >
Author: nagalakshmi21st September 2007
Ever had a hobby that you always wanted to pursue? Well, like they say it’s never too late to start pursuing your dreams. Today this can be a great Internet money making opportunity that allows you to earn money doing what you love the most!Hobbies that... Read >
Author: Alan16th June 2007
Wealth building is an art that requires a certain degree of skill. Many
people have the wealth but they don’t know how to manage it. There are
lots of people on the other hand who are still looking for answers for
wealth formation and wealth build... Read >
Author: will smithston22nd December 2006
The advantages of working from home are numerous and the benefits are plenty. You get freedom, work life balance and the ability to take care of your spouse & family. It is also better from an environmental point of view:
Pros
• No stress driving f... Read >
Author: Naz Daud15th November 2006
Do you ever notice the picture on the address stamp? It is astounding to see just how many different kinds of address stamp pictures are seen on envelopes throughout the world. From famous presidents to regular members of the Disney World crew, there ar... Read >
Author: John Wellington15th September 2006
Unfortunately, most of us experience stress and anxiety on a daily basis. It can be work related, health related, caused by financial strain, or any number of things. Learning to effectively manage stress and anxiety is an important part of maintaining bo... Read >
Author: Joanne King20th June 2006
Making money on the internet by building a home based business starts with figuring out what your special, niche interest is. A niche interest is the one subject in which you consider yourself to be an expert. If you're lucky, you may be a relative expert... Read >
Author: Barbara Stanton10th May 2006
Collecting stamps is a great hobby that people from all over the world enjoy. It doesn't matter if you are young or old. This hobby is not only fun, interesting but you can also learn a lot. There is a whole wide world collecting stamp community for you ... Read >
Author: Bryan Wong27th March 2006
Philately, or the study of stamps, is a huge field of study that has captured the attention of many Americans over the years. This fascination with stamps and the history that surrounds them has led to a hobby related to philately, which is collecting sta... Read >
Author: John Tiger22nd February 2006
Collecting stamps has been a popular pastime ever since there were stamps to collect. Collecting stamps has never been easier and collecting isn't just for the gray-haired gentleman who spends his days poring over his stamps.
When collecting stamps, i... Read >
Author: Bob Benson
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