Friday, September 10, 2010

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Books

2002 Catalogue of Errors on U.S. Postage Stamps

September 9, 2010

Product DescriptionThis catalog has become a standard in the hobby and contains the most comprehensive information available on U.S. postage stamp errors with detailed coverage on issues from 1857 to 2001. Each listing contains quantities known, fakes and forgery warnings, plus condition, defects and variations. Collectors appreciate the easy-to-use format and up-to-date pricing. Fully updated [...]

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Stamps of Burma: A Historical Record Through 1988

September 7, 2010

Product DescriptionThe postage stamps of Burma, like stamps of other countries the world over, are a colorful visual record of a unique history. Stamps represent the British colonial government through the Japanese occupation, the British military administration, Burmese independence, the revolutionary council, and the Burmese Way to Socialism. But what of the most significant event [...]

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Lighthouse Stamp Sets: A Fully Illustrated Collector’s Guide

September 5, 2010

Product Description LIGHTHOUSE STAMP SETS A Fully Illustrated Collector’s Guide A complete guide to 121 commemorative lighthouse stamp sets released as official postage by 70 countries featuring 550 individual lighthouse stamps and 24 souvenir sheets. Extensive historical, geographical, and statistical information about each lighthouse featured on every stamp is presented by country and year of [...]

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Affordable Foreign Errors: On Postage Stamps of the World

September 3, 2010

Product DescriptionStamp errors from the United State are very popular with collectors. Now, “Affordable Foreign Errors” shows collectors how to invest in the growing foreign stamp market, too, featuring in-depth descriptions of more than 5,000 foreign errors prices at $200 or less. 500+ photos, 25 in color. Affordable Foreign Errors: On Postage Stamps of the [...]

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The Official 2001 Blackbook Price Guide to United States Postage Stamps, 23rd Edition

August 30, 2010

Product DescriptionCOMPREHENSIVE. An invaluable reference that lists general U.S. postage stamp issues from 1847 to 1999, plus revenue, stock transfer, and hunting permit stamps, United Nations issues, mint sheets, and first-day covers. CLEARLY ORGANIZED. This concise volume is organized according to the highly efficient and well-known Scott numbering system. PROFESSIONAL ADVICE. Helpful tips from the [...]

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The Official 2000 Blackbook Price Guide to United States Postage Stamps

August 28, 2010

Product DescriptionTHE BLACKBOOK PRICE GUIDE TO STAMPS,WITH MORE THAN 20,000 PRICES LISTED!– COMPREHENSIVE. An invaluable reference that lists general U.S. postage stamp issues from 1847 to 1998, plus revenue, stock transfer, and hunting permit stamps, United Nations issues, mint sheets, and first-day covers.– CLEARLY ORGANIZED. This concise volume is organized according to the highly efficient [...]

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The Ultimate Guide to Stamp Collection — How to Start Collecting Stamps

August 26, 2010

Product DescriptionInside The Ultimate Guide to Stamp Collection, you will discover: –Learning the Lingo –Your First Stamp Album –What Are The Different Types of Stamps? –Basic Tools a Stamp Collector Needs –Where to Get Stamps –What Are the Different Methods for Collecting Stamps? –How to Soak, Sort, Identify and Mount Stamps –How to Judge the [...]

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African Americans on Stamps

August 24, 2010

Product DescriptionAmerica issued its first stamp honoring an African American in 1940 when it recognized Booker T. Washington, who was born a slave and became one of the nation’s great educators. This work centers specifically on over 1,000 U.S. and foreign stamps that feature over 100 African Americans who have received recognition for their achievements. [...]

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The Liberalization of Postal Services in the EUropean Union

August 22, 2010

Product DescriptionThe opening of the European postal market to competition is gaining ground as Member States transpose the 1997 postal directive into their national legislation and private postal companies expand their market shares. Moreover, changing regulatory trends (e.g., the ever-lower weight and price limits delimitating the scope of the reserved area) encourage further growth in [...]

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The 2005 Commemorative Stamp Yearbook

August 20, 2010

Product Description This year, the U.S. Postal Service’s commemorative stamp program encourages us to look beyond ourselves and strive for great things. From legendary figures such as Ronald Reagan and Arthur Ashe to awe-inspiring creations such as skyscrapers and sports cars, the 2005 stamps showcase a variety of subjects from the worlds of nature, science, [...]

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The British Library World of Stamps Desk Diary 2011

August 18, 2010

Product DescriptionThe British Library World of Stamps Desk Diary 2011 lets stamp-lovers and museum-goers alike show off this impressive collection every day of the year. Packed with historical information and beautiful reproductions, this is the perfect accessory for anyone who likes to keep organized in style. The British Library World of Stamps Desk Diary 2011

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The Englishman who Posted Himself and Other Curious Objects

August 16, 2010

Product DescriptionThe first impression of W. Reginald Bray (1879-1939) was one of an ordinary middle-class Englishman quietly living out his time as an accountant in the leafy suburb of Forest Hill, London. A glimpse behind his study door, however, revealed his extraordinary passion for sending unusual items through the mail. In 1898, Bray purchased a [...]

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USA Philatelic magazine, 2010-Volume 15/Quarter 2-Official U.S. Postal Service catalog featuring new stamps and first day covers offered by the U.S.P.S. Cover is one of several different ones featuring Shelter Dogs and Cats.

August 15, 2010

New, unread, copy. No mailing label. Product DescriptionQuarterly U.S.P.S. publication featuring new stamps and first day covers. USA Philatelic magazine, 2010-Volume 15/Quarter 2-Official U.S. Postal Service catalog featuring new stamps and first day covers offered by the U.S.P.S. Cover is one of several different ones featuring Shelter Dogs and Cats.

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The Official 2002 Blackbook Price Guide to U.S. Postage Stamps, 24th Edition

August 14, 2010

Product Description Illustrated: 96 pages of full-color illustrations make identification a snap. Includes all U.S. stamps: Revenues * stock transfers * hunting permit stamps *mint sheets *commemoratives *airmails *first-day covers *error stamps * oddities *and much more. Scott Nubering System: All stamps are listed according to this universally recognized number system used by everyone in [...]

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The Official 2003 Blackbook Price Guide to U. S. Postage Stamps, 25th Edition

August 12, 2010

Product DescriptionEveryone in the stamp world has come to rely on The Official Blackbook Price Guide to U.S. Postage Stamps. It lists U.S. stamp issues from 1847 to the present, and features the highly efficient Scott numbering system–the most widely accepted stamp cataloging system in use today. It includes more than 20,000 current prices for [...]

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The Official Blackbook Price Guide to U.S. Postage Stamps 2006, Edition #28

August 10, 2010

Product DescriptionThe new 28th edition of The Official® Blackbook Price Guide to United States Postage Stamps is updated to give you the current value of every U.S. postage stamp along with its illustration on every page. This in-depth source makes it easy to identify and price the collection you own and the stamps you want [...]

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Commonwealth and British Empire 1840-1970; Stanley Gibbons Stamp Catalogu

August 8, 2010

Product DescriptionU.K. Edition! In response to demand from collectors around the world, Stanley Gibbons have extended the period covered by the British Commonwealth Catalogue to include the issues of Queen Elizabeth II up to the end of 1970. Extending the country listings from 1952 to 1970 takes in the most popular and interesting stamps of [...]

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The Ultimate Rubber Stamping Technique Book

August 2, 2010

Product DescriptionDesigner and teacher Gail Green takes the reader through goof-proof methods and step-by-step instructions for over 130 unique, colorful projects. 175 photos. The Ultimate Rubber Stamping Technique Book

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Governing the Postal Service

August 1, 2010

Product DescriptionNew telecommunications and transportation services, and a more advanced understanding of regulated industries, have focused attention once again on the management and regulation of the U.S. Postal Service. A global trend toward privatization and liberalization of mailed-owned delivery has emerged. In the United States, where significant portions of the Postal Service’s business have effectively [...]

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The 2000 Commemorative Stamp Yearbook

July 31, 2010

Product DescriptionExplore The Universe Of Stamps!Stamps represent so much more than the fee to mail a letter. In their own small way, they remind us of what is unique and special about America, highlighting the people, places, events, and issues that are important to us as a nation.The 2000 commemorative stamp program celebrates the vast [...]

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