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Post by sallykat on Sept 2, 2023 18:38:19 GMT
Hi my name is Kat and I live in norther California. 5 years ago on November 8, 2018 the Campfire leveled our town and surrounding communities. In that fire I lost everything including my treasured stamp collection. In 1981 my grandfather and I would spend time together collecting stamps.(He had also been collecting since he was a little boy) When he passed in 1998 I inherited his collection. It was largely Stamps from the USA, but there were also many from around the world. I have started gathering and collecting stamps again, to build my collection, however, it will never be the same. Even though I have been collecting for many many years, I am really just a beginner in my knowledge of this hobby. I’m really looking to broaden my knowledge and I’m looking forward to learning from you guys. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of this group.
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stainlessb
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qaStaHvIS yIn 'ej chep
Posts: 4,906
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 Sept 2, 2023 18:45:48 GMT
Welcome Kat to TSF. I am sorry to hear about the loss due to recent fires, there have been too many! You have come to avery friendly forum.
Cheers
Stan
Sacramento
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hdm1950
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Posts: 1,887 
What I collect: I collect world wide up to 1965 with several specialty albums added due to volume of material I have acquired. At this point I am focused on Canada and British America. I am always on the lookout for stamps and covers with postmarks from communities in Queens County, Nova Scotia. I do list various goods including stamps occasionally on eBay as hdm50
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Post by hdm1950 on Sept 2, 2023 19:09:28 GMT
Welcome Kat and glad you have decided to carry on with the hobby even after the heart wrenching loss. With so many disasters in recent years I often think of the loss of so many collectables. These losses seem minor compared to the loss of life but they do take a toll on ones mental well being. We look forward to sharing with you and also seeing what you have accumulated.
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philatelia
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Captain Jack - my best kiloware find ever!
Posts: 3,655
What I collect: Ireland, Japan, Scandy, USA, Venezuela, Vatican, Bermuda, Austria
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Post by philatelia on Sept 2, 2023 19:14:13 GMT
Hi Sallykat - what a heartbreak to lose your collection. I’d give you a hug - but here’s an air hug anyways! (((Sallykat)))
If you like Japan stamps, I’d be happy to send a few to help rebuild your collection. Just send me a private message - just click on message - I’m sure you know the drill.
’Cheers from Terri in Florida
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dorincard
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Posts: 1,623
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 Sept 2, 2023 20:57:19 GMT
Welcome!
We all should take pictures/scans of at least part of our collections.
Digitizing, against physical loss.
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mberry
Member
Posts: 1,177
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 Sept 2, 2023 23:52:23 GMT
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hrdoktorx
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Posts: 7,213
What I collect: France (and French territories), Africa, Canada, USA, Germany, Guatemala, stamps about science, flags, maps, stamps on stamps...
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Post by hrdoktorx on Sept 3, 2023 7:23:53 GMT
 to TSF! Glad to have you with us. I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I have often pondered what I would do in such in a situation (forest fires are the most likely catastrophic risk in my area), and I don't think I would have the courage to start my collection again.
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cjoprey
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Scanning stamps for my website...
Posts: 1,504
What I collect: Belgium (predominantly), British Commonwealth (older ones), WW (whatever comes my way...)
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Post by cjoprey on Sept 3, 2023 9:26:54 GMT
Welcome from the UK Kat sallykat! So sad to hear of your loss - but glad you found us here, and hope we can make your stay a happy one!  |
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angore
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Posts: 5,699
What I collect: WW, focus on British Empire
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Post by angore on Sept 3, 2023 10:12:51 GMT
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rex
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Posts: 1,216
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Post by rex on Sept 3, 2023 15:26:59 GMT
.....to....TSF.....Kat.... sallykat  ......Ludwig Italy
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Post by iswscwebmaster on Sept 3, 2023 17:34:57 GMT
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drmellow
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Posts: 77
What I collect: USA and figuring out WW.
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Post by drmellow on Sept 3, 2023 17:35:29 GMT
Hi Kat, sorry to hear about the loss of your collection. You still have good memories though and perhaps you can relive those while getting back into the hobby again.
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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 Sept 3, 2023 18:47:43 GMT
Hi
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renden
Member
Posts: 9,162
What I collect: Canada-USA-France-Lithuania-Austria--Germany-Mauritius-French Colonies in Africa
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Post by renden on Sept 3, 2023 18:50:49 GMT
Welcome Kat to TSF - .......sorry for the loss but I am sure you will gain strength !~! Post often et become a full member René Canada |
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Post by carabop on Sept 5, 2023 6:11:50 GMT
Welcome. Sorry to hear you lost your collection if I can help you rebuild part of your collection let me know. I collect USA. Enjoy your time here.
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paulc
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Posts: 33
What I collect: USA, Argentine, Bolivia, Brasil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Peru, Venezuela
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Post by paulc on Sept 5, 2023 8:49:55 GMT
Welcome sallykat from Southern California. So very sorry to hear of your loss. PaulC |
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TimG
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Posts: 230
What I collect: Worldwide
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Post by TimG on Sept 5, 2023 11:33:01 GMT
Welcome Kat. Those of us in Canada can certainly empathize with your loss from wildfires. We seem to have a lot of them up here and they have also cause much personal loss. I spent this past weekend with my family in northern Saskatchewan, covered with so much smoke we rarely ventured outside. And you're right, your new collection will never replace what you lost and the memories that go along with that, but starting up again is in itself, an opportunity to do something your grandfather obviously appreciated. New starts are also great for doing something new and that can be fun also. All the best and just post whatever question you have and someone will help.
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Mr. H
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Member - APS #129381
Posts: 952
What I collect: US, Netherlands, Whatever suits my fancy.
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Post by Mr. H on Sept 5, 2023 16:57:14 GMT
Welcome to the Forum!
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jpotx113
Member
Posts: 460
What I collect: USA, Germany, Croatia, Slovenia, Machins, misc. WW
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Post by jpotx113 on Sept 6, 2023 16:52:24 GMT
Welcome!
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sudbury12000
Member
Posts: 360
What I collect: Canada, Great Britain, Germany, World Pre 1925
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Post by sudbury12000 on Sept 7, 2023 13:10:01 GMT
Hello and welcome! I am glad you have gotten back to collecting after your tragedy. I had lost some albums during a flood in '98. I was lucky most of the stamps were salvaged as they were mostly used. My dad had left me a definitive set of Hong Kong block MNH from the early '70s, they are now MNG ( mint no gum). Anyway, welcome from
Scugog, Ontario, Canada!
Roy
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Post by dgdecker on Sept 15, 2023 13:37:14 GMT
Welcome to the Forum!
David
Ottawa, Canada
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to TSF! Glad to have you with us.
......Ludwig
