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Post by Deleted on Apr 5, 2014 21:34:46 GMT
I have not been collecting stamps for very long but the other day my Dad came across a bunch of old stamps from America and some stamps that are world wide. These stamps belonged to my Grandfather and have probably been in the same drawer for the last 50 years or more. I have been trying to locate the value of some of these stamps and low and behold I came across this rare 1935 Irish 2d coil stamp. When I read about it on Wikipedia my jaw dropped. Is this really true? If it is I am really going to consider collecting more stamps! Does anyone have any ideas about how to get stamps valued, like they do for coins? I have quite a few old stamps to go through. I would appreciate any information and also could anyone recommend what some good books would be for more info? Thanks to all for the help.
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Post by firstfrog2013 on Apr 5, 2014 21:47:35 GMT
A trip to local library will yield the Scott's catalog which is essentially the key reference book for postage stamps.You should probably read the thread listed stamps 101 so you gain basic knowledge of stamps.Catalog values are a "guage" NOTHING EVER SELLS AT CATALOG VALUE.Stamp values are affected by CONDITION OF THE STAMP.You will need to understand the first few pages of the catalog before you can even be sure what stamp you are looking at,many stamps have numerous issues that to average person are exactly alike but in truth are different.All here hope you consider start COLLECTING STAMPS.It is truly a great hobby.After 55 years I still learn something almost daily.
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rod222
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Post by rod222 on Apr 5, 2014 22:04:14 GMT
I have not been collecting stamps for very long but the other day my Dad came across a bunch of old stamps from America and some stamps that are world wide. These stamps belonged to my Grandfather and have probably been in the same drawer for the last 50 years or more. I have been trying to locate the value of some of these stamps and low and behold I came across this rare 1935 Irish 2d coil stamp. When I read about it on Wikipedia my jaw dropped. Is this really true? If it is I am really going to consider collecting more stamps! Does anyone have any ideas about how to get stamps valued, like they do for coins? I have quite a few old stamps to go through. I would appreciate any information and also could anyone recommend what some good books would be for more info? Thanks to all for the help. Charliem1010 Hi Charlie, welcome to the magical world of stamp collecting. wear your badge with pride. Not all collecting is finding buried treasure, but finding lots of interest, the best part, is that you are handling your Grandfathers' interest, there is something magical about that. This will answer oodlies of your questions.............. www.inheritedstampcollection.com/chapter_01.htm |
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Post by khj on Apr 6, 2014 2:58:01 GMT
Please post a pic of your 1935 Irish 2d coil stamp, and we can help confirm.
Be forewarned, the majority of "found a rarity" posts turn out to be misidentified or fakes. Many rarities are rare because of some subtle factor. Your coil is identical in design to a common stamp, and fakes abound made by trimming off the sides. Inevitably, it will need to be physically examined by an expert and certified before you can come close to getting the actual catalog value.
Rod222 put it well. Enjoy your grandfather's legacy -- that will far exceed any value or lack of value suggested by catalog prices.
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Post by I.L.S. on Apr 6, 2014 8:18:13 GMT
Welcome Charliem1010 to the board and back to collecting! There is some great advice posted above so I'll just say Welcome again and ask for some pictures of your stamps?  |
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