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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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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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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

$6.82 USD

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 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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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

$12.99 USD

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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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

$48.99 USD

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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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

$12.99 USD

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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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

$2.99 USD

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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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

$7.14 USD

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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Chats on Postage Stamps

Exploring the Cultural and Historical Value of Postage Stamps

by Frederick John Melville ...

In "Chats on Postage Stamps," Frederick John Melville offers an engaging exploration of philately that blends informative narratives with a conversational tone. This work stands out for its accessibility, making it an attractive read for both seasoned collectors and newcomers. Melville delves into the history, artistry, and collecting practices associated with postage stamps, presenting an array ... Read more

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In "Chats on Postage Stamps," Frederick John Melville offers an engaging exploration of philately that blends informative narratives with a conversational tone. This work stands out for its accessibility, making it an attractive read for both seasoned collectors and newcomers. Melville delves into the history, artistry, and collecting practices associated with postage stamps, presenting an array
... Read more
Trams and Buses on Stamps

A Collector's Guide

by Howard Piltz ...

Series series Transport Philately Series
In this, the fourth edition of the Transport Philately series the author looks at the treatment of transport using roads rather than rail or air. There have been some particularly attractive and colorful issues of stamps over the years ranging from a trio of beautifully presented illustrations of Israel's early buses to the well-known issue of double-deck buses produced by the Royal Mail in 2001, ... Read more

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In this, the fourth edition of the Transport Philately series the author looks at the treatment of transport using roads rather than rail or air. There have been some particularly attractive and colorful issues of stamps over the years ranging from a trio of beautifully presented illustrations of Israel's early buses to the well-known issue of double-deck buses produced by the Royal Mail in 2001,
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De gestolen zegel

Waargebeurd verhaal over hebzucht, fraude en gerechtigheid

by Bram Klein ...

Een waargebeurde, spannende en schokkende zoektocht met een verrassende ontknoping ***** Zesentwintig jaar nadat een unieke Tsjechische postzegel op een tentoonstelling is gestolen, wordt hij op een veiling in Praag te koop aangeboden. Wanneer de Rotterdamse schrijver Bram Klein dit hoort, en ook wie de verkoper is, vertrekt hij naar Praag; de kostbare zegel was namelijk van zijn inmiddels ... Read more

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Een waargebeurde, spannende en schokkende zoektocht met een verrassende ontknoping ***** Zesentwintig jaar nadat een unieke Tsjechische postzegel op een tentoonstelling is gestolen, wordt hij op een veiling in Praag te koop aangeboden. Wanneer de Rotterdamse schrijver Bram Klein dit hoort, en ook wie de verkoper is, vertrekt hij naar Praag; de kostbare zegel was namelijk van zijn inmiddels
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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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The Weight of Small Things

by Rick Schumacher ...

The Weight of Small Things explores how ordinary objects, such as stamps and everyday artifacts, quietly record the most profound forces shaping human history. Governments use these objects to project authority, manufacture loyalty, and obscure violence. Individuals, in turn, use those same objects to preserve memory, resist erasure, and maintain human connection under extraordinary pressure ... Read more

$9.99 USD

The Weight of Small Things explores how ordinary objects, such as stamps and everyday artifacts, quietly record the most profound forces shaping human history. Governments use these objects to project authority, manufacture loyalty, and obscure violence. Individuals, in turn, use those same objects to preserve memory, resist erasure, and maintain human connection under extraordinary pressure
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Maalaiskirjeenkantajien numeroleimat 1001-1250

by Matti Pesonen ...

Teos on käsikirja keräilijöille ja postihistoriasta kiinnostuneille. Kirja sisältää maalaiskirjeenkantajien numeroleimat ja linjat numerosta 1001 - 1250. Kirjaan on sisällytetty myös postilähetyksiä ja leikelmiä mahdollisuuksien mukaan kyseisestä maalaiskirjeenkantajan linjan numerosta. Aakkosellinen hakemisto kirjan lopussa auttaa löytämään oikeat paikkakunnat ja linjan numeron. ... Read more

$19.99 USD

Teos on käsikirja keräilijöille ja postihistoriasta kiinnostuneille. Kirja sisältää maalaiskirjeenkantajien numeroleimat ja linjat numerosta 1001 - 1250. Kirjaan on sisällytetty myös postilähetyksiä ja leikelmiä mahdollisuuksien mukaan kyseisestä maalaiskirjeenkantajan linjan numerosta. Aakkosellinen hakemisto kirjan lopussa auttaa löytämään oikeat paikkakunnat ja linjan numeron.
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The Secret World of Stamps

by Terry McCaffrey ...

Since the advent of the first U.S. postage stamp in 1847, stamps have become a part of the American landscape, providing a window into the individuals, achievements, and beauty of this great nation. This book gives a behind-the-scenes look at how some of the more colorful, creative, and controversial stamps were produced. Stories include political influence; famous movie stars and sports figures; ... Read more

$3.99 USD

Since the advent of the first U.S. postage stamp in 1847, stamps have become a part of the American landscape, providing a window into the individuals, achievements, and beauty of this great nation. This book gives a behind-the-scenes look at how some of the more colorful, creative, and controversial stamps were produced. Stories include political influence; famous movie stars and sports figures;
... Read more
Canada: Its Postage Stamps and Postal Stationery

Enriched edition.

by Clifton A. Howes, Bryce Emerson ...

In "Canada: Its Postage Stamps and Postal Stationery," Clifton A. Howes meticulously examines the rich tapestry of Canadian postal history through its diverse array of stamps and stationery. This work is marked by an analytical lens and an engaging narrative style, weaving together the socio-political context, artistic elements, and technological advancements that have shaped Canada's postal ... Read more

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In "Canada: Its Postage Stamps and Postal Stationery," Clifton A. Howes meticulously examines the rich tapestry of Canadian postal history through its diverse array of stamps and stationery. This work is marked by an analytical lens and an engaging narrative style, weaving together the socio-political context, artistic elements, and technological advancements that have shaped Canada's postal
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What Philately Teaches. A Lecture Delivered before the Section on Philately of the Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences, February 24, 1899

by John N. Luff ...

In "What Philately Teaches," John N. Luff delivers a profound exploration of the art and science of philately, offering insights that transcend mere collecting. This compelling lecture, presented to the Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences in 1899, deftly interweaves personal anecdotes, historical context, and philosophical musings. Luff's literary style is both engaging and informative, marked ... Read more

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In "What Philately Teaches," John N. Luff delivers a profound exploration of the art and science of philately, offering insights that transcend mere collecting. This compelling lecture, presented to the Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences in 1899, deftly interweaves personal anecdotes, historical context, and philosophical musings. Luff's literary style is both engaging and informative, marked
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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

$9.99 USD

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：日本昔話與俳句

by 王淑芬 ...

Series Book 4 - 有故事的郵票
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+俳句創作與寫作教學小小的郵票，變身大大的魔毯，帶我們飛向世界，古往今來，欣賞不思議的故事——老爺爺施了什麼魔法，木灰竟然變成櫻花？白鶴用了什麼材料，織出絕美錦緞？三公分高的小男孩，如何打敗大妖怪……？大小讀者和喵星人都喜愛的王淑芬老師、國際大獎畫家阿力金吉兒聯手打造出文圖雙美的日本傳家故事。以古今對照的故事氛圍、現代意識的文學手法，激發孩子對於生活有更多思考。最後還有俳句寫作教學、〈郵票御守〉動手作，讓舊郵票變成祝福的禮物。這是一本能讓親子共享「郵趣」閱讀、認識日本文學、提升藝術涵養與多元文化的跨領域學習圖文書。郵藝．兒童文學．教育界KOL 郵情推薦● 方寸之間，博覽世界。──林磐聳（郵票設計家、國家文藝獎美術類得主）● 遠流這套【有故事的郵票】是一個創舉，用童話故事郵票來介紹一個國家，是非常好的點子 ... Read more

$9.31 USD

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+俳句創作與寫作教學小小的郵票，變身大大的魔毯，帶我們飛向世界，古往今來，欣賞不思議的故事——老爺爺施了什麼魔法，木灰竟然變成櫻花？白鶴用了什麼材料，織出絕美錦緞？三公分高的小男孩，如何打敗大妖怪……？大小讀者和喵星人都喜愛的王淑芬老師、國際大獎畫家阿力金吉兒聯手打造出文圖雙美的日本傳家故事。以古今對照的故事氛圍、現代意識的文學手法，激發孩子對於生活有更多思考。最後還有俳句寫作教學、〈郵票御守〉動手作，讓舊郵票變成祝福的禮物。這是一本能讓親子共享「郵趣」閱讀、認識日本文學、提升藝術涵養與多元文化的跨領域學習圖文書。郵藝．兒童文學．教育界KOL 郵情推薦● 方寸之間，博覽世界。──林磐聳（郵票設計家、國家文藝獎美術類得主）● 遠流這套【有故事的郵票】是一個創舉，用童話故事郵票來介紹一個國家，是非常好的點子
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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
... Read more
大中華集郵文化 Ⅰ

by 王瑞山 ...

Series Book 1 - 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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The Postage Stamps of Aden 1937-1968

by Peter James Bond ...

THE POSTAGE STAMPS OF ADEN 1937-1968 is a detailed guide to the stamps of Aden. It includes the issues of the Federation of South Arabia and the protectorate states. Also provided are a brief history of Aden and an introduction to the postal history of Aden.All issues are illustrated in colour and given a retail value. Where practicable, individual stamps are also assigned a value. ... Read more

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THE POSTAGE STAMPS OF ADEN 1937-1968 is a detailed guide to the stamps of Aden. It includes the issues of the Federation of South Arabia and the protectorate states. Also provided are a brief history of Aden and an introduction to the postal history of Aden.All issues are illustrated in colour and given a retail value. Where practicable, individual stamps are also assigned a value.
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