ENTHRALL YOURSELF INTO THE FASCINATING WORLD OF PHILATELY

Philately is a leisure pursuit that grows on you as your compilation gets bigger and bigger. Before you realise, stamp collection becomes an encompassing obsession for which you somehow manage to keep aside a couple of hours of your busy agenda.

Every stamp collector dreams of having an assortment of stamps that has precious and exceptional stamps which will enhance the net value of their collection. However, it is an extremely difficult task to find a rare stamp unless you know what you are looking for and then pursue it enthusiastically. Rare stamps are not in constant circulation because stamp collectors hold them enduringly when they come across one.

Stamps are characterised as rare because of slip-ups in printing, perforation and pleased. Age is another factor that increases their value because stamps that are older are scarce and difficult to locate. Another category is the limited edition stamps which are also expensive because they subsist in small numbers. You must have detailed knowledge of philately to be able to source rare and valuable stamps.

Unused or mint condition stamps in superior condition attract greater price. Stamps that have no cancellation marks, are free of defects and have its original gum will add great value to your collection. Perforations are another consideration used to measure the value of a stamp. Some perforations may be rare and can enhance the value of a stamp notably.

Sometimes stamps of a particular batch are erroneously printed and even circulated before the inaccuracy is detected. Such stamps can be valued enormously high if they are in good condition. Check for blunders when you buy a stamp. This can help you categorise such stamps separately.

Philately involves devoting a lot of time for research and investigation. A good reference is required to get started. Investigation can help you understand more about how to target rare stamps and what type of stamps to add to your collection. It can also give you an insight into the rarest stamps of the world. The rarest stamp according to expert philately is the 1856 one cent British Guiana stamp also known as the British Guiana Scott 13.

Scrutiny for content error is a good way to ascertain the rarity of a stamp. The Scotts catalogue, the standard stamp reference guide is a good way to check content and evaluate them to find errors.

Philately is an exhilarating and gratifying hobby provided you have access to the right sources. Associating with stamp collecting groups and forums can help you enhance your knowledge considerably.

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