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Апрель 21, 2021
The Lost Stamps of the USSR
In the times of the Soviet Union, the Soviet postal service issued some stamps which were later destroyed for various reasons. However, some of them even went on sale after they were extracted from the commercial circulation. Not surprisingly, some of them could be bought by professional philatelists even in a few hours. Now, the remaining copies of these stamps have a high value at the international auctions. Despite the fact they were lost, all of them can be found now in many philatelic catalogs.
Апрель 19, 2021
The 100th Anniversary Airmail Stamp
The United States postal service started carrying mail on a regular schedule using airplanes only 15 years after the Wright brothers made their first flight in 1903. On May 1, 2018, the US Postal service celebrated the 100th anniversary of the American Airmail Service thus issuing two commemorative postage stamps.
Февраль 21, 2021
Big Zemstvo Auction 2021
Oldlouis Auctions will hold a Big Zemstvo auction in April - May. A collection of about 200 mint and used covers will be presented, as well as a lot of rare stamps, including tête-bêches, blocks of four, and much much more. Stay tuned for updates on oldbid.com.
Сентябрь 03, 2020
The Rarest French Stamps
Philately professionals have put themselves into this game appealing to memory, knowledge, and experience - to determine the rarest stamps of France, or exactly, find the ones most difficult to find. Here are some rarest stamps, having the smallest number of copies. We now offer you to taste this stamp cocktail with the rarest essences. These stamps’ value is invaluable.
Май 02, 2020
Selected Stamps From The Latest Cherrystone Auction (March 3-4, 2020)
Cherrystone auction is one of the world’s leading philatelic auctions of rare stamps, where one can buy stamps and other philatelic items. The latest Cherrystone auction took place on March 3-4, 2020, and featured the Fred Blau Collection, as well as stamps from the United States
Декабрь 29, 2019
Iceland: The Most Expensive and Rare Stamps
The history of Iceland's post and postage stamps includes an early period corresponding to the Danish postal system (Iceland was part of it) and periods of use of Danish postage stamps and times when the country developed its own independent issuing policies (starting from 1873).
Декабрь 28, 2019
Most Expensive and Valuable Stamps of Czech Republic
The history of the establishment of the postal service of this country includes several periods when the state was part of earlier state entities (such as the Austrian Empire, Austria-Hungary, Czechoslovakia, the Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia) and the modern period (since 1993), which corresponds to the organization of an independent postal service of this state.
Декабрь 14, 2019
Sweden: The Most Expensive and Valuable Stamps
Since 1855, Sweden has been issuing its own postage stamps, and in 1875 it has become a member of the Universal Postal Union. By the 18th century, the postal service was already operating throughout the country.
Декабрь 12, 2019
Most Expensive and Rare Stamps of Spain
The history of postal service and postage stamps of this country dates back to the Middle Ages. This beautiful state is located in southwestern Europe (the Iberian Peninsula), which has affected its history quite dramatically and was reflected in the postal affairs as well.
Октябрь 25, 2019
H. R. Harmer: Auction House Overview
This auction house is known to every philatelist be it an experienced collector or a newbie. The company was established back in 1918 in England. The auction house bears the name of its founder - Henry R. Harmer.
Октябрь 24, 2019
Sandafayre: English Auction House
Sandafayre is an English online postage stamp auction. It is well known to many avid philatelists from around the world. Having visited the company’s website, the user will immediately notice the company’s commitment to the classics, including design, the auction system, the selection of collections, related accessories, stamp-albums, magnifiers, measurements, albums, catalogs.
Октябрь 23, 2019
David Feldman SA: Geneva Auction House
This company was founded by a professional philatelist in 1966, and the first auction was held in 1967. In general, David Feldman, who gave his name to this Geneva-based company, certainly belongs to connoisseurs of philately, because he has been engaged in stamp collecting for more than forty years.
Октябрь 22, 2019
Heinrich Koehler (Heinrich Köhler): Oldest European Auction House
This is the oldest European philatelic auction house. Since the 1910s, the name of Heinrich Köhler has been associated with outstanding auctions in the world of philately. At present, this auction house is an essential part of the global philatelic network. Its activities and events are characterized by high quality and loyalty to traditions.
Октябрь 21, 2019
A. Karamitsos: Greek Philatelic Auction House
It should be noted that A. Karamitsos is a Greek philatelic auction house, which has an international status and is valued by philatelists from around the world. At the online stamp auctions of this house, one can always observe a large number of registered participants and a large number of lots presented.
Сентябрь 17, 2019
Stanley Gibbons: Auction House Overview
Stanley Gibbons is one of the oldest and largest philatelic houses in Europe. This company has been operating in the market for almost three decades. It sells parts of collections or collection sets of postage stamps through impromptu philatelic auctions.
Сентябрь 12, 2019
Most Expensive and Valuable Stamps of Israel
The history of the Israeli post dates back to the centuries-old development of postal service in Palestine, beginning with the Bronze Age. Israel began to issue its own postage stamps since the declaration of independence of the country on May 14, 1948.
Сентябрь 11, 2019
Stamp Souvenir Sheets
A souvenir sheet is a special form of issuing postage stamps in which one or more stamps are printed in a small sheet. As a rule, such sheets are issued in honor of a significant event and their margins contain the corresponding inscription, decoration, or images that continue the design.
Сентябрь 11, 2019
Categorization of Philatelic and Stamp Rarities
Not every postage stamp can be considered a rarity. Collectors who hunt for rare stamps may search for a rarity for two years on average. However, if a philatelic rarity is something that you have not seen on various online stamp auctions for more than two years, then a unique stamp may be found only once in a lifetime.
Август 29, 2019
Top 10 British Guiana Stamps
After the Princess of Philately was sold for 9.5 million dollars, David Feldman decided not to waste time and auctioned the famous collection of postage stamps and envelopes of British Guiana owned by John du Pont. The philatelic auction was held in June 2014 and its results exceeded all expectations.
Август 24, 2019
The Eichmann Case and Philately
Philately and collectors have repeatedly helped in the search of bandits. These cases are exhaustively described in various sources. However, it is difficult to imagine a case covered by media more widely than the discovery of one of the most infamous Nazi criminals.

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