susiecc
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Posts: 63
What I collect: General US, Precancels, Monaco, India Feudatory States, the World!!
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Post by susiecc on Feb 11, 2020 16:09:10 GMT
Hello and greetings from Texas. I'm relatively new to collecting, having only started a couple of years ago. Although it hasn't been that long, I've managed to fill up a full bookcase, as well as shelves and drawers and...well, you get the picture.
I collect for fun, because I've found, as most of you have, that collecting for profit is way harder than it sounds. The research part of the hobby, for me at least, is the most exciting component of collecting. This is why I decided to sign up for the Stamp Forum, because I'm sure you all know a heck of a lot more than I do.
As most of you probably also do, I currently collect U.S. in general. Within that, I have a pretty large collection of precancels, to the point that I bought the documentation from the precancel society to try and sort out what I had. I'm still working on that. Of course, just like a lot of you as well, I have a large collection of plate blocks, first day of issue envelopes and stamp sheets.
For international, I like collecting India feudatory states, although I don't get that many. I also collect Monaco.
I do have some of the Scott catalogs (U.S., Great Britain, Germany, China, Scandinavia (vols 2, 5, 6), Canada, Mexico, France, Russia, Japan, General Vols A-B & Vol G-I). I have no problem researching info if I have the documents to do it. Just ask.
I'm excited to be included in this forum. I'm now ready to post my first collecting question (Old Germany Perfins).
susiecc
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angore
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Posts: 5,345 
What I collect: WW, focus on British Empire
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Post by angore on Feb 11, 2020 16:16:04 GMT
Welcome!!
You will find a worldwide audience here.
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stainlessb
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qaStaHvIS yIn 'ej chep
Posts: 4,642
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 Feb 11, 2020 16:19:08 GMT
you've come to the right place!!!
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tomiseksj
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Woodbridge, Virginia, USA
Posts: 6,265
What I collect: Worldwide stamps/covers, Cinderellas, Ohio Prepaid Sales Tax Receipts, U.S. WWII Ration ephemera
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Post by tomiseksj on Feb 11, 2020 16:40:12 GMT
Welcome susiecc ! It seems like you're well on your way to a long and productive collecting career. I've adjusted your membership status so that you may begin asking (and answering) questions. Please let me know if you encounter any problems or have questions regarding use of the Forum. Here is the best place to post your perfins question. |
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renden
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Posts: 8,710
What I collect: World W collector with ++ interests in BNA (Canada etc) and USA
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Post by renden on Feb 11, 2020 16:43:37 GMT
Welcome  to TSF - love Texas and talk about those huge "steaks" - enjoy your stay here and post often !! René Canada |
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Londonbus1
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Cinderella Stamp Club Member 3059
Posts: 4,872
What I collect: Cinderellas and some Ephemera from Great Britain, France and Israel plus a few beautiful bits from elsewhere !! Topical interests include Flags & Judaica, the latter with an emphasis on the Jewish National Fund.
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Post by Londonbus1 on Feb 11, 2020 18:27:50 GMT
Welcome to your new 'home' ! Looks like you will be enjoying yourself.
Happy Collecting.
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brightonpete
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On a hike at Goodrich-Loomis
Posts: 5,110
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Post by brightonpete on Feb 11, 2020 19:23:32 GMT
Welcomer to the forum, susiecc ! There is an interesting thread German perfins. Now then... where did it go?  |
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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 Feb 11, 2020 21:09:36 GMT
Welcome to the group susiecc! I'd love to see some of your Indian stamps at some point...  |
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Beryllium Guy
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Posts: 5,654
What I collect: Worldwide Stamps 1840-1930
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Post by Beryllium Guy on Feb 11, 2020 22:04:52 GMT
Welcome to TSF, susiecc! It's great to have you with us. A few hours ago I wrote a better welcome post, but that one evaporated due to a loss of internet connection. So, I will just say that, whatever else I am, I am also a cat lover. I really like your avatar image! In case you want to show us any photos of your "stamp helpers" you can post them here: thestampforum.boards.net/thread/5153/stamp-helpers-past-present-show You will also see some photos there of my stamp helpers, and those of many other members. Anyway, Susie, enjoy your time with us! All the Best, Chris (aka Beryllium Guy)  |
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darkormex
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Swinging through Switzerland and getting tied up in Thailand
Posts: 2,145
What I collect: The World...just printing and mounting as I go...call me crazy!
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Post by darkormex on Feb 11, 2020 23:58:42 GMT
Welcome.
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Mick
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Site Supporter
Posts: 931
What I collect: Mostly covers and postmarks. Also miscellaneous paper ephemera.
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Post by Mick on Feb 12, 2020 1:35:46 GMT
Hi susiecc, and welcome to the forum. It's good to have you here. |
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philatelia
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Captain Jack - my best kiloware find ever!
Posts: 3,404
What I collect: Ireland, Japan, Scandy, USA, Venezuela, Vatican, Bermuda, Austria
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Post by philatelia on Feb 12, 2020 3:22:52 GMT
Hi Susie!
Cool avatar! Delighted to have you join us 😊
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coastwatcher
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Kentucky, USA
Posts: 506
What I collect: Currently focusing on US and possessions
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Post by coastwatcher on Feb 12, 2020 4:28:07 GMT
susiecc, Welcome to The Stamp Forum, I’m sure that you will like it here.
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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 Feb 12, 2020 5:04:11 GMT
Hi.
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hrdoktorx
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Posts: 6,604
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 Feb 12, 2020 6:08:54 GMT
to TSF!
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Jerry B
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Marietta, Georgia USA
Posts: 1,485
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Post by Jerry B on Feb 12, 2020 11:48:51 GMT
Hi susiecc to a great Forum. Jerry B |
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Post by dgdecker on Feb 12, 2020 16:51:58 GMT
Welcome to the Forum.
enjoy your time with us.
David
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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 Feb 12, 2020 18:11:07 GMT
Hello! I was scrolling through the titles of the recent threads and Hutto caught my eye. I've been through there many times. I sometimes take 79 depending on what hotel I use; more often than not I stay in the Omni Southpark and end up taking 21 until it hits 71 (provides me with not one but TWO Buck-ees stops). I hate driving in Austin with a passion so I pretty much stick to the back roads. I used to try to catch an Express game if I'm in town; that's practically in your back yard, I bet.
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susiecc
Member
Posts: 63
What I collect: General US, Precancels, Monaco, India Feudatory States, the World!!
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Post by susiecc on Feb 12, 2020 18:29:42 GMT
I hate driving Austin also. The traffic is worse than Houston and Houston is awful, too. Austin thinks that putting in more toll lanes will alleviate the road congestion. I disagree. I think they need to figure out a way to put a bypass around the city. That would probably help with some of the truck congestion. I say some, because it's going to take more than a bypass to fix the traffic problem.
I've only lived in Texas a couple of years. Lots of interesting stuff to do here, but the heat?...nasty...the allergies?...nastier...Buck-eees?...cool...lol.
Nice to meet you!
susie
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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 Feb 12, 2020 19:52:38 GMT
I've lived with the pollen clouds my whole life. Makes me miserable. And don't worry about the heat...it's only hot 10 months of the year.
Houston traffic is not so bad. I took a kid to a rehab in Pasadena last week and it was a quick, easy trip. I'm going down to the Revention Center this weekend for a Whiskey Myers concert and expect the drive to be easy. Austin just has too many people in a much smaller area.
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susiecc
Member
Posts: 63
What I collect: General US, Precancels, Monaco, India Feudatory States, the World!!
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Post by susiecc on Feb 13, 2020 14:35:45 GMT
Oh yes...the pollen clouds. they say it's starting to clear up for now, but my eyes are still matty. Supposedly, Houston traffic is not as bad as Austin. Ok, maybe, but a while ago, I flew in from Denver and then drove to relatives. It took me longer to get to their house than the flight in. Yes, Austin never planned for so much growth. Whiskey Myers, huh? Sounds like fun.
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mikeclevenger
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Posts: 887
What I collect: Ohio Tax Stamps, Ohio & Georgia Revenues, US Revenues, US FDC's, & Germany Classics
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Post by mikeclevenger on Feb 16, 2020 13:27:59 GMT
Welcome to the forum
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to TSF - love Texas and talk about those huge "steaks" - enjoy your stay here and post often !!
