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Post by scottenglish on Aug 21, 2023 13:19:47 GMT
Though I am familiar with many users on this site, I am overdue to sign up. I am Scott English, Executive Director of the APS for the past eight years. I try to visit forums and engage when possible. Forgive me if I miss an issue or thread, but would love to hear from you.
As for collecting, I collect Cuba during the Republic period and have a fun collection of the 1954-5 Navidad stamp with Santa Claus. It started as a novelty for my wife, she's a big Christmas fan, but we search them out now whenever we're traveling to shows.
I also collect political mail and South Carolina postal history, along with assortment of accumulations of things that interest me.
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cjoprey
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Scanning stamps for my website...
Posts: 1,443
What I collect: Belgium (predominantly), British Commonwealth (older ones), WW (whatever comes my way...)
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Post by cjoprey on Aug 21, 2023 13:24:54 GMT
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mberry
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Posts: 992
What I collect: USA, USA Revenues, Beer Related Stamps and Revenues, US State Revenues, Stamp Show Stamps
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Post by mberry on Aug 21, 2023 13:27:43 GMT
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madbaker
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Posts: 693 
What I collect: (Mark) General worldwide collector (to 1975 or so) with a soft spot for Sweden and the rest of Scandinavia.
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Post by madbaker on Aug 21, 2023 13:55:12 GMT
Welcome from Canada! I've enjoyed your posts in other forums and your notes in the APS magazine. I think you'll like the vibe here. It's a friendly place with some deep knowledge (not me, but the others have taught me a lot.  ) |
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Post by scottenglish on Aug 21, 2023 14:19:08 GMT
Thank you for the kind welcome. I like good vibes and never say no to smart collectors sharing knowledge. Big fan of Canada and Canadian collectors. I picked up this cover from GASS from Roy Houtby. The 1974 ice hockey issue with a cachet from the Series of the Century, signed by Yvon Cournoyer and Paul Henderson. I was a toddler when this series happened, but I've seen the games several times. One of the most amazing stories never told in the US.  |
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jpotx113
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Posts: 460
What I collect: USA, Germany, Croatia, Slovenia, Machins, misc. WW
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Post by jpotx113 on Aug 21, 2023 14:34:23 GMT
Welcome!
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Post by iswscwebmaster on Aug 21, 2023 14:37:43 GMT
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philatelia
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Captain Jack - my best kiloware find ever!
Posts: 3,408
What I collect: Ireland, Japan, Scandy, USA, Venezuela, Vatican, Bermuda, Austria
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Post by philatelia on Aug 21, 2023 14:39:12 GMT
Welcome to the group.  Hubby is Canadian and OMG the family loves their hockey, eh? I used to get lost trying to follow the games, but those color enhanced puck thingies REALLY helped. SW Ontario family roots for the Red Wings. happy stamping! |
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stainlessb
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qaStaHvIS yIn 'ej chep
Posts: 4,643
What I collect: currently focused on most of western Europe, much of which is spent on France, Belgium, Germany and Great Britain Queen Victoria
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Post by stainlessb on Aug 21, 2023 14:41:28 GMT
welcome to TSF Scott!
Cheers
Stan
Northern California
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Beryllium Guy
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Posts: 5,657
What I collect: Worldwide Stamps 1840-1930
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Post by Beryllium Guy on Aug 21, 2023 14:41:36 GMT
Welcome to TSF, Scott ( scottenglish )! It’s great to have you with us! You and I met at the WESTPEX back in 2017, where I attended a town hall session that you chaired. But of course, I wouldn't expect you to remember that! Also, I was at the recent GASS in Cleveland (just the first day), and I heard you speak at the “Life Magnified” ceremony. Not sure if I made it into your selfie, though, as I was standing off to the side. Anyway, great to see you here, and I hope you will enjoy your time with us. -Chris  Back in California after 5 years in Europe |
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angore
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Posts: 5,354
What I collect: WW, focus on British Empire
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Post by angore on Aug 21, 2023 15:22:37 GMT
Welcome!
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Post by scottenglish on Aug 21, 2023 16:44:51 GMT
Proud member of the ISWSC. The journal and website are fantastic. Thank you for all you do! |
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daveg28
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Posts: 1,015
What I collect: U.S., Canada, Great Britain & Commonwealth, France (esp. 1950-80), DDR, USSR
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Post by daveg28 on Aug 21, 2023 17:41:51 GMT
scottenglish ... Welcome, Scott! We have interacted on other forums, I believe. Enjoy your time here, it's the best stamp forum out there.
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dorincard
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Posts: 1,453
What I collect: My focus is on Wild Mammals on maximum cards. Occasionally, I get or create maximum cards with other animals, or any other topic.
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Post by dorincard on Aug 21, 2023 18:52:49 GMT
Welcome!
I invited you to 2 of my 6 Facebook groups.
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ameis33
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What's in a name? That which we call a rose, by any other name would smell as sweet
Posts: 505
What I collect: Poland and Italy Republic
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Post by ameis33 on Aug 21, 2023 19:10:33 GMT
I wonder Scott scottenglish which catalog would be using…
My welcome
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zipper
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Posts: 2,649
What I collect: Classic GB, QV, France Ceres/Napoleon, Classic U.S., Cinderella & Poster Stamps
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Post by zipper on Aug 22, 2023 7:02:10 GMT
Hi
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yanlovstamps
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Collects pictorial cancels/stamps relating to Childers's literature, book illustrations, ancient art
Posts: 9
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Post by yanlovstamps on Aug 22, 2023 14:42:57 GMT
Hi Scott - Nice seeing you. APS member here.... |
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REL1948
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Posts: 583
What I collect: 1840-Pre-Decimal, GB and Colonies, 1840 1 penny reds, Postal Histories
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Post by REL1948 on Aug 22, 2023 16:06:02 GMT
Welcome to The Stamp Forum Scott (scottenglish),
You will find this to be one of the friendliest Forums under the APS umbrella. We may not have the lustre of say, the Royal Philatelic Society of London but we can certainly lay claim to serious philately leaving no stones unturned... A casual stroll through our archives will reveal the depth of expertise and experience of the TSF membership past and present. I'd love to see some gems from your Cuba collection sometime. I've also really enjoyed your writings from 'Outside the Tent'.
Rob in Michigan
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stanley64
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Posts: 1,827
What I collect: Canada, USA, Netherlands, Portugal & Colonies, Antarctic Territories and anything that catches my eye...
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Post by stanley64 on Aug 23, 2023 7:18:26 GMT
Welcome scottenglish to TSF; my interactions with the APS have been nothing but positive to date :-) From your introduction, the words "have a fun collection..." stuck out for me as it sums up the hobby.
How we define 'fun' is up to the individual collector... Have fun and happy collecting!! |
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