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The Wild Duck Chase

Inside the Strange and Wonderful World of the Federal Duck Stamp Contest

by Martin J. Smith ...

Competitive duck painting "borders on . . . obsession," making this book about the Federal Duck Stamp Contest "a surprisingly compelling read" ( Los Angeles Times).The basis for the documentary film, The Million Dollar Duck, Martin J. Smith's The Wild Duck Chase reveals the peculiar world of the only juried art competition run by the US government. Hatched during the Great Depression, the Federal ... Read more

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Competitive duck painting "borders on . . . obsession," making this book about the Federal Duck Stamp Contest "a surprisingly compelling read" ( Los Angeles Times).The basis for the documentary film, The Million Dollar Duck, Martin J. Smith's The Wild Duck Chase reveals the peculiar world of the only juried art competition run by the US government. Hatched during the Great Depression, the Federal
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The Error World

An Affair with Stamps

by Simon Garfield ...

An obsessively readable memoir about the passions—and perils—of collecting, from the New York Times–bestselling author of Just My Type.From the Penny Red to the Blue Mauritius, generations of collectors have been drawn to the mystique of rare stamps. Once a widespread pastime of schoolboys, philately has increasingly become the province of older men obsessed with the shrewd investment, the once-in ... Read more

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An obsessively readable memoir about the passions—and perils—of collecting, from the New York Times–bestselling author of Just My Type.From the Penny Red to the Blue Mauritius, generations of collectors have been drawn to the mystique of rare stamps. Once a widespread pastime of schoolboys, philately has increasingly become the province of older men obsessed with the shrewd investment, the once-in
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Forever Stamps

250 Years of United States History Writ Small

by United States Postal Service, Gail Anderson, Brian E. Smith ...

Bold and beautiful, Forever Stamps tells the story of United States history, pop culture, and art through hundreds of vibrantly rendered stamps.Forever Stamps is a visually stunning cultural celebration of the United States, told by the beautiful and unique stamps issued by the United States Postal Service since its inception in 1775. For the first time, this book looks at the breadth of American ... Read more

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Bold and beautiful, Forever Stamps tells the story of United States history, pop culture, and art through hundreds of vibrantly rendered stamps.Forever Stamps is a visually stunning cultural celebration of the United States, told by the beautiful and unique stamps issued by the United States Postal Service since its inception in 1775. For the first time, this book looks at the breadth of American
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Stamp Collecting A Beginners Guide to Finding, Valuing and Profiting from Stamps

The Collector Series, #2

by Tim Harvey ...

Series Book 2 - The Collector Series
Stamp collecting has a long and celebrated history. It is also a hobby that can make a considerable amount of profit, if you do things properly. It doesn’t matter if you want to collect stamps as a hobby or if you want to make it an investment, this publication can help you to get started the right way.Through the pages of this book, you will discover many of the finer points about collecting, ... Read more

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Stamp collecting has a long and celebrated history. It is also a hobby that can make a considerable amount of profit, if you do things properly. It doesn’t matter if you want to collect stamps as a hobby or if you want to make it an investment, this publication can help you to get started the right way.Through the pages of this book, you will discover many of the finer points about collecting,
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The Stamp Finder - Tells at a Glance the Country to Which Any Stamp Belongs and Where to Place It in Your Album - The Collector's Dictionary

by Anon ...

The Stamp Finder' is a vintage handbook for stamp collectors, providing information on the country to which the stamp belongs and where to place it in your album. Also contained is a collectors' dictionary, explaining the words, phrases, and abbreviations used by stamp collectors. This volume will appeal to collectors of old stamps, and it will also be of utility to antiques dealers. Contents ... Read more

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The Stamp Finder' is a vintage handbook for stamp collectors, providing information on the country to which the stamp belongs and where to place it in your album. Also contained is a collectors' dictionary, explaining the words, phrases, and abbreviations used by stamp collectors. This volume will appeal to collectors of old stamps, and it will also be of utility to antiques dealers. Contents
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A History of America in Thirty-Six Postage Stamps

by Chris West ...

DISCOVER THE INCREDIBLE STORY OF AMERICA THROUGH ITS BEAUTIFUL AND DIVERSE POSTAGE STAMPS IN THIS EXUBERANT AND ALWAYS CHARMING HISTORY.In A History of America in Thirty-six Postage Stamps, Chris West explores America's own rich philatelic history. From George Washington's dour gaze to the charging buffalo of the western frontier and Lindbergh's soaring biplane, American stamps are a vivid window ... Read more

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DISCOVER THE INCREDIBLE STORY OF AMERICA THROUGH ITS BEAUTIFUL AND DIVERSE POSTAGE STAMPS IN THIS EXUBERANT AND ALWAYS CHARMING HISTORY.In A History of America in Thirty-six Postage Stamps, Chris West explores America's own rich philatelic history. From George Washington's dour gaze to the charging buffalo of the western frontier and Lindbergh's soaring biplane, American stamps are a vivid window
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King George V's Obsession

the biography of a stamp collector

by Jack Shamash ...

George V - the current British Queen's grandfather - spent most his time collecfting stamps and building up the finest collection in the world. This is the first biography of George V in 30 years.Using new sources and papers from the Royal archives, it looks at his life, his isolated upbringing and his obsession with stamps. It also examines the impulse that led rich people to devote their time ... Read more

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George V - the current British Queen's grandfather - spent most his time collecfting stamps and building up the finest collection in the world. This is the first biography of George V in 30 years.Using new sources and papers from the Royal archives, it looks at his life, his isolated upbringing and his obsession with stamps. It also examines the impulse that led rich people to devote their time
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The GH Kaestlin Collection of Imperial Russian and Zemstvo Stamps

by Thomas Lera, Leon Finik ...

A quiet philatelist, George H. Kaestlin joined the original Rossika Society in 1935 along with the better known Theo B. Lavroff and K. Szymanowski. Whereas Lavroff contributed significantly to Russian philately as an author and researcher and Szymanowski was an avid collector, Kaestlin collected privately. Born in Moscow, circa 1893, Kaestlin arrived in England in 1939. After World War II, When ... Read more

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A quiet philatelist, George H. Kaestlin joined the original Rossika Society in 1935 along with the better known Theo B. Lavroff and K. Szymanowski. Whereas Lavroff contributed significantly to Russian philately as an author and researcher and Szymanowski was an avid collector, Kaestlin collected privately. Born in Moscow, circa 1893, Kaestlin arrived in England in 1939. After World War II, When
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Stamps

by Collins ...

Stamp Collecting – with over 3 million enthusiasts – in the UK is a major hobby. Collins Gem Stamps provides an introduction to the subject, starting with advice on beginning a collection and recognizing the key features of stamps and indicating the many ways that a collection can develop.Gem Stamps provides an introduction to the world of stamp collecting from starting a collection from stamps ... Read more

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Stamp Collecting – with over 3 million enthusiasts – in the UK is a major hobby. Collins Gem Stamps provides an introduction to the subject, starting with advice on beginning a collection and recognizing the key features of stamps and indicating the many ways that a collection can develop.Gem Stamps provides an introduction to the world of stamp collecting from starting a collection from stamps
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Complete Juvenilia

by Jane Austen ...

Contents:Juvenilia Volume IJuvenilia Volume IIJuvenilia Volume III ... Read more

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Contents:Juvenilia Volume IJuvenilia Volume IIJuvenilia Volume III
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大中華集郵文化 Ⅲ

by 王瑞山 ...

Series Book 3 - 大中華集郵文化
*此書為固定版面格式，建議使用平板或電腦閱讀*誠懇歡迎您——參觀、鑑賞、研討和批評；同享集郵旳樂趣和心得；努力發揚正能量的大中華集郵文化。本書編者王瑞山先生經多年搜集和考證，編著了這本介紹中國、香港、澳門、台灣四地首日封及郵票珍品。書內收集很多珍貴郵品，坊間罕見的錯體郵品及郵戳，品種包羅萬有。從大清帝國到回歸前後所發行的郵票、簡單易明的郵票資料、各地的郵政掌故、從郵戳看郵路及郵資的轉變。極具參考價值及收藏意義。 ... Read more

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*此書為固定版面格式，建議使用平板或電腦閱讀*誠懇歡迎您——參觀、鑑賞、研討和批評；同享集郵旳樂趣和心得；努力發揚正能量的大中華集郵文化。本書編者王瑞山先生經多年搜集和考證，編著了這本介紹中國、香港、澳門、台灣四地首日封及郵票珍品。書內收集很多珍貴郵品，坊間罕見的錯體郵品及郵戳，品種包羅萬有。從大清帝國到回歸前後所發行的郵票、簡單易明的郵票資料、各地的郵政掌故、從郵戳看郵路及郵資的轉變。極具參考價值及收藏意義。
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HowExpert Guide to Stamp Collecting

The Ultimate Handbook for Starting a Stamp Collection, Identifying Rare Stamps, and Preserving Philatelic Treasures

by HowExpert ...

If you want to start an exciting hobby, build a unique and valuable stamp collection, or uncover rare philatelic treasures, then HowExpert Guide to Stamp Collecting is the ultimate resource for you!This comprehensive guide takes you step by step through the world of stamp collecting, making it accessible for beginners and invaluable for seasoned enthusiasts. Whether you’re just starting out or ... Read more

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If you want to start an exciting hobby, build a unique and valuable stamp collection, or uncover rare philatelic treasures, then HowExpert Guide to Stamp Collecting is the ultimate resource for you!This comprehensive guide takes you step by step through the world of stamp collecting, making it accessible for beginners and invaluable for seasoned enthusiasts. Whether you’re just starting out or
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有故事的郵票：斯洛伐克童話

by 梁晨 ...

Series Book 3 - 有故事的郵票
★★臺灣第一套結合郵趣和傳家故事的原創圖文書★★★★好郵趣的讀寫素養╳藝術涵養╳多元文化╳跨域學習★★★★內含：10篇精采圖文故事＋11則多元文化知識＋拉頁故事地圖＋郵信小百科＋郵戲動手做＋2枚類「原圖卡」明信片★★★★★外交．集郵．兒童文學KOL郵情推薦★★★蕭美琴　中華民國駐美國代表博塔文(Martin Podstavek)　斯洛伐克共和國駐台代表曾瑞利　外交部部長辦公室主任、前駐斯洛伐克代表江瑞堂　中華郵政（股）公司總經理何輝慶　英國皇家郵學會會士郭玉燦　高雄市郵藝會理事長曹俊彥　繪本作家、郵票繪圖設計者林玫伶　兒童文學家、前台北市國語實小校長樓桂花　「郵進繪本世界」專欄作家陳玉蓮　《今日郵政》、《東方郵報》專欄作家<p... ... Read more

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★★臺灣第一套結合郵趣和傳家故事的原創圖文書★★★★好郵趣的讀寫素養╳藝術涵養╳多元文化╳跨域學習★★★★內含：10篇精采圖文故事＋11則多元文化知識＋拉頁故事地圖＋郵信小百科＋郵戲動手做＋2枚類「原圖卡」明信片★★★★★外交．集郵．兒童文學KOL郵情推薦★★★蕭美琴　中華民國駐美國代表博塔文(Martin Podstavek)　斯洛伐克共和國駐台代表曾瑞利　外交部部長辦公室主任、前駐斯洛伐克代表江瑞堂　中華郵政（股）公司總經理何輝慶　英國皇家郵學會會士郭玉燦　高雄市郵藝會理事長曹俊彥　繪本作家、郵票繪圖設計者林玫伶　兒童文學家、前台北市國語實小校長樓桂花　「郵進繪本世界」專欄作家陳玉蓮　《今日郵政》、《東方郵報》專欄作家<p...
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Every Stamp Tells a Story

The National Philatelic Collection

by M. T. Sheahan ...

Every stamp and piece of mail tells a story. In fact, each often tells multiple stories, ranging from concept to art design to production to usage, often with tales of politics, history, technology, biography, genealogy, economics, geography, disaster, and triumph. The lens of philately offers a fresh and engaging story of American history, culture, and identity, and it can also help deepen the ... Read more

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Every stamp and piece of mail tells a story. In fact, each often tells multiple stories, ranging from concept to art design to production to usage, often with tales of politics, history, technology, biography, genealogy, economics, geography, disaster, and triumph. The lens of philately offers a fresh and engaging story of American history, culture, and identity, and it can also help deepen the
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The Adhesive Postage Stamp

by Patrick Chalmers ...

This book details the achievements of Sir Rowland Hill, the man responsible for numerous postal reforms in the late nineteenth century. The most notable of his postal reforms was the implementation of the adhesive stamp for postage purposes, which continues to be an intrinsic part of modern postal services today. 'The Adhesive Postage Stamp' is a fascinating book that will greatly appeal to both ... Read more

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This book details the achievements of Sir Rowland Hill, the man responsible for numerous postal reforms in the late nineteenth century. The most notable of his postal reforms was the implementation of the adhesive stamp for postage purposes, which continues to be an intrinsic part of modern postal services today. 'The Adhesive Postage Stamp' is a fascinating book that will greatly appeal to both
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Peeps at Postage Stamps

Enriched edition. Exploring the World of Stamp Collecting: Cultural, Political, and Artistic Significance Unveiled

by Stanley C. Johnson, April Lane ...

In "Peeps at Postage Stamps," Stanley C. Johnson offers a captivating exploration of philately through a series of essays that delve into the art, history, and significance of postage stamps. This work is marked by Johnson's engaging literary style, characterized by vivid descriptions and an inviting tone that makes the complex subject matter accessible to a wide readership. Set against the ... Read more

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In "Peeps at Postage Stamps," Stanley C. Johnson offers a captivating exploration of philately through a series of essays that delve into the art, history, and significance of postage stamps. This work is marked by Johnson's engaging literary style, characterized by vivid descriptions and an inviting tone that makes the complex subject matter accessible to a wide readership. Set against the
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臺灣老虎郵：百年前臺灣民主國發行郵票的故事

by 李明亮, 王威智 ...

一枚獨虎票流浪到邁阿密，一瞬間觸發了一名年輕科學家迢遙的追索。一九六六年，李明亮在美國邁阿密的一家集郵店看見獨虎票，他驚訝地盯著票面上「臺灣民主國」幾個大字，心想自己讀漏了歷史課本的哪一章？之後李明亮在邁阿密大學攻讀分子生物學，一邊研究人體的遺傳與變異，一邊探索獨虎票的遺傳與變異，他花了三十年追尋這段曾經遺失的臺灣歷史。獨虎票，老虎郵，臺灣I LOVE YOU，這些歷史課本沒寫的精采故事，讀起來令人又驚又喜，福爾摩沙臺灣，的確是太有趣啦。一八九五年，立志抵抗日軍佔領的臺灣民主國為了要籌措軍餉，開始發行郵票。郵票中央印有一隻老虎，起初這隻老虎被當成松鼠，後來有人覺得那應該是一隻兇猛的龍，但居然也有人看成蝴蝶、一隻抽筋的小貓，或是一隻不快樂的阿富汗貓，算是上上個世紀的「一虎各表」吧。這套郵票在一八九五年夏天的福爾摩沙登場，卻也在夏天快結束時，隨著臺灣民主國下台一鞠躬而消失。一百多年後 ... Read more

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一枚獨虎票流浪到邁阿密，一瞬間觸發了一名年輕科學家迢遙的追索。一九六六年，李明亮在美國邁阿密的一家集郵店看見獨虎票，他驚訝地盯著票面上「臺灣民主國」幾個大字，心想自己讀漏了歷史課本的哪一章？之後李明亮在邁阿密大學攻讀分子生物學，一邊研究人體的遺傳與變異，一邊探索獨虎票的遺傳與變異，他花了三十年追尋這段曾經遺失的臺灣歷史。獨虎票，老虎郵，臺灣I LOVE YOU，這些歷史課本沒寫的精采故事，讀起來令人又驚又喜，福爾摩沙臺灣，的確是太有趣啦。一八九五年，立志抵抗日軍佔領的臺灣民主國為了要籌措軍餉，開始發行郵票。郵票中央印有一隻老虎，起初這隻老虎被當成松鼠，後來有人覺得那應該是一隻兇猛的龍，但居然也有人看成蝴蝶、一隻抽筋的小貓，或是一隻不快樂的阿富汗貓，算是上上個世紀的「一虎各表」吧。這套郵票在一八九五年夏天的福爾摩沙登場，卻也在夏天快結束時，隨著臺灣民主國下台一鞠躬而消失。一百多年後
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Philately as a Teaching Tool

by Dinesh Chandra Sharma ...

The aim of this book divided into six chapters is to provide reference to the teachers, educators and of course to the students how philately can be used as an effective teaching tool in learning. The chapter about Formal teaching how so many stamps available can be used as effective teaching aids to teach any subject from History & Geography to Physics, Chemistry, Biology and literature. The ... Read more

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The aim of this book divided into six chapters is to provide reference to the teachers, educators and of course to the students how philately can be used as an effective teaching tool in learning. The chapter about Formal teaching how so many stamps available can be used as effective teaching aids to teach any subject from History & Geography to Physics, Chemistry, Biology and literature. The
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História Postal Da África

by Adeilson Nogueira ...

Nos primeiros períodos da sociedade, a comunicação entre as partes de um país era uma tarefa rara e difícil. Indivíduos à distância, tendo pouca inclinação e menos oportunidade para tal relação, ficavam naturalmente satisfeitos com seus meios limitados de comunicação uns com os outros. À medida que a civilização avançou e o comércio se tornou uma característica nacional, essas comunicações se ... Read more

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Nos primeiros períodos da sociedade, a comunicação entre as partes de um país era uma tarefa rara e difícil. Indivíduos à distância, tendo pouca inclinação e menos oportunidade para tal relação, ficavam naturalmente satisfeitos com seus meios limitados de comunicação uns com os outros. À medida que a civilização avançou e o comércio se tornou uma característica nacional, essas comunicações se
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Stamp Collecting as a Pastime

Enriched edition.

by Edward J. Nankivell, Jackson Price ...

In "Stamp Collecting as a Pastime," Edward J. Nankivell meticulously explores the multifaceted world of philately through a lens that combines both practicality and passion. Nankivell's prose is imbued with a conversational tone, making the historical, cultural, and economic significance of stamp collecting accessible to both seasoned collectors and novices alike. The book is structured to guide ... Read more

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In "Stamp Collecting as a Pastime," Edward J. Nankivell meticulously explores the multifaceted world of philately through a lens that combines both practicality and passion. Nankivell's prose is imbued with a conversational tone, making the historical, cultural, and economic significance of stamp collecting accessible to both seasoned collectors and novices alike. The book is structured to guide
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有故事的郵票：美國民間傳奇

by 王淑芬 ...

Series Book 2 - 有故事的郵票
★★臺灣第一套結合郵趣和傳家故事的原創圖文書★★★★好郵趣的讀寫素養╳藝術涵養╳多元文化╳跨域學習★★★★內含：10篇精采圖文故事＋11則多元文化知識＋拉頁故事地圖＋郵信小百科＋郵戲動手做＋2枚類「原圖卡」明信片★★★★外交．集郵．兒童文學KOL郵情推薦★★蕭美琴　中華民國駐美國代表博塔文(Martin Podstavek)　斯洛伐克共和國駐台代表曾瑞利　外交部部長辦公室主任、前駐斯洛伐克代表江瑞堂　中華郵政（股）公司總經理何輝慶　英國皇家郵學會會士郭玉燦　高雄市郵藝會理事長曹俊彥　繪本作家、郵票繪圖設計者林玫伶　兒童文學家、前台北市國語實小校長樓桂花　「郵進繪本世界」專欄作家陳玉蓮　《今日郵政》、《東方郵報》專欄作家黃... ... Read more

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★★臺灣第一套結合郵趣和傳家故事的原創圖文書★★★★好郵趣的讀寫素養╳藝術涵養╳多元文化╳跨域學習★★★★內含：10篇精采圖文故事＋11則多元文化知識＋拉頁故事地圖＋郵信小百科＋郵戲動手做＋2枚類「原圖卡」明信片★★★★外交．集郵．兒童文學KOL郵情推薦★★蕭美琴　中華民國駐美國代表博塔文(Martin Podstavek)　斯洛伐克共和國駐台代表曾瑞利　外交部部長辦公室主任、前駐斯洛伐克代表江瑞堂　中華郵政（股）公司總經理何輝慶　英國皇家郵學會會士郭玉燦　高雄市郵藝會理事長曹俊彥　繪本作家、郵票繪圖設計者林玫伶　兒童文學家、前台北市國語實小校長樓桂花　「郵進繪本世界」專欄作家陳玉蓮　《今日郵政》、《東方郵報》專欄作家黃...
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HowExpert Guide to Ephemera Collectibles

101+ Tips to Learn How to Buy, Sell, Authenticate, and Care for Your Ephemera Collection

by HowExpert, Charlotte Hopkins ...

If you want to learn how to buy, sell, authenticate, and care for your ephemera collection, then check out HowExpert Guide to Ephemera Collectibles.Ephemera items include everything made from paper. At its start, ephemera products were not created to last long. They were never meant to be saved and were usually thrown away immediately after being used. However, savvy collectors and people with ... Read more

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If you want to learn how to buy, sell, authenticate, and care for your ephemera collection, then check out HowExpert Guide to Ephemera Collectibles.Ephemera items include everything made from paper. At its start, ephemera products were not created to last long. They were never meant to be saved and were usually thrown away immediately after being used. However, savvy collectors and people with
... Read more
História Postal Da América

by Adeilson Nogueira ...

Nos primeiros períodos da sociedade, a comunicação entre as partes de um país era uma tarefa rara e difícil. Indivíduos à distância, tendo pouca inclinação e menos oportunidade para tal relação, ficavam naturalmente satisfeitos com seus meios limitados de comunicação uns com os outros. À medida que a civilização avançou e o comércio se tornou uma característica nacional, essas comunicações se ... Read more

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Nos primeiros períodos da sociedade, a comunicação entre as partes de um país era uma tarefa rara e difícil. Indivíduos à distância, tendo pouca inclinação e menos oportunidade para tal relação, ficavam naturalmente satisfeitos com seus meios limitados de comunicação uns com os outros. À medida que a civilização avançou e o comércio se tornou uma característica nacional, essas comunicações se
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From My Old Stamp Album

Exotic Tales of Lost Countries

by Stuart Laycock, Chris West ...

Pickup an old stamp album and flick through it. You'll find a host of exotic and unfamiliar names: Cyrenaica, Fernando Poo, Fiume, North Ingria, Obock, Stellaland, Tuva, – distant lands, vanished territories, lost countries. Do they still exist? If not, where were they? What happened to them?From My Old Stamp Album goes in search of the truth about these and many other amazing places. Stuart ... Read more

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Pickup an old stamp album and flick through it. You'll find a host of exotic and unfamiliar names: Cyrenaica, Fernando Poo, Fiume, North Ingria, Obock, Stellaland, Tuva, – distant lands, vanished territories, lost countries. Do they still exist? If not, where were they? What happened to them?From My Old Stamp Album goes in search of the truth about these and many other amazing places. Stuart
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