Postage stamp collecting

A brief history of the postage stamp, starting from the penny black, first issued in 1840, to the first stamps of Queen Elizabeth II in 1952

Photo about Post stamp printed in san marino, 1966. Common octopus octopus vulgaris animal. Value 5 sammarinese lira. Image of drawing, 1966, animal - 244281550

Photo about Post stamp printed in united states of america, usa 1985. Flag over Capitol. Image of flag, artistic, 1985 - 229030396

The old stamp value decreases when there is a missing or short perforation teeth, tears and creases on the stamp paper, faded stamp design, and so on. Description from 2-clicks-stamps.com. I searched for this on bing.com/images

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1c Green, Rotary Perf 11, (Scott 596)

INDIA - CIRCA 1974: A stamp printed in India shows tiger, circa 1974. Copyright: IgorGolovniov

Recycled postage stamp craft ideas for using and recycling used postage stamps. With lots of DIY ideas for art and craft projects using decoupage and collage. How to use your old postage stamps to make colourful and beautiful items for you home and to give as thoughtful handmade gifts.