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The Internet has information and "How Too's" for the beginner just starting a collection and the seasoned philatilist looking to put together a few panels at the next exhibition. Enjoy learning more about your hobby, and remember that if you have a specific question that isn't answered here you can post it to the Community Bulletin Board. FOR THE BEGINNER An Introduction to Stamp Collecting From the editors of Linn's Stamp News, this is an introduction about stamp collecting to go with the many articles below about how to collect stamps FDC FAQ Artcarft Corp offers a good introduction to collecting First Day Covers. Stamps 101 Learn the basics about stamp collecting from some of the best in the business! Introduction to Stamp Collecting Cronica Filatelica's contribution to teaching the basics of stamp collecting. Glossary The key terms needed by the new stamp collector. Handbook of Stamp Collecting Basics Stamp Collecting for Beginners The Beginner's guide to Stamp Collecting Encarta - Stamps and Stamp Collecting A Guide to Stamp Condition Another from the publishers of Linns Stamp News. Postmarks If you are a postal history collector, postmarks will be more important to you than the stamps themselves. Even for the collector of used stamps only, some postmarks are more desirable than others. Care and Handling Linn's Stamp News calls this a "crash course" in the proper care of your collection. Postal Stationery The term, "postal stationery", refers to all types of forms and stationery issued by governments for either public or official government use. Essays and Proofs Another installment in the Linn's Stamp News Collecting Basics. Souvenir Cards A Linn's Stamp News Introduction to collecting souvenir cards Helpful Hints from Alfinsa Suggestions for what stamps to buy in building a collection How-To use the Scott Cataloge A quick tutorial on how to read the popular Scott Catalogue Stamps 4 Kids As it says, an intro for kids. A BNAPS Tutorial for New Collectors A good introduction to stamp collecting by the BNAPS Postzegelles Op School A school for Young collectors....in Dutch. BEYOND BASICS How To Save Self-Adhesive Stamps Erasing Those Pesky Pencil Marks From The Back Of A Stamp Not only how to, but when to, remove pencil marks from a mint stamp. Watermarks Incredible!! This resource examplifies the potential of the WWW. Worldwide Stamp Identifier This on-line identifier should be useful to any philatelist. It was compiled om 10 different sources. Glossary of Philatelic Terms This is an extensive glossary of over 300 philatelic terms. The Line Engraving Process Here is an article with detailed description of the "line engraving method" used in the Canadian $8.00 Grizzley issue. Postmarks This is a wonderful "How-To" for setting up your own special event postmark, as well as collecting these pieces of philately. How to Prepare Your Own First Day Covers FAQs About Stamp Collecting This FAQ was originally made for the STAMPS mailing list. This "community knowledge" presents a good source for answers to your questions about stamp collecting. Directory of Stamp Issuing Entities A compilation of over 700 nations, provinces, cities, armies and other entities that have, at one point or another, issued postage stamps. SCV Stamp Identifier This is an extensive listing of the inscriptions found on stamps. You can look up the inscription here to find out where the stamp is from. Worldwide Stamp Identifier This on-line identifier should be useful to any philatelist. It was compiled from 10 different sources by the International Society of Stamp Collectors. Philatelic Dictionary http://members.global2000.net/~tracy/rcs-faq/title.html This is an extensive volume of work compiled by Gert Bultman and Tracy Barber from the rec.collecting.stamps newsgroup. 29 chapters of everything you ever wanted to know about stamp collecting. Some Thoughts On The CONDITION Of Your Stamps.... The Valley Stamp Company presents some good pointers for considering the condition and value of a stamp. Hinging and How to Determine Hinging SPECIALIST COLLECTIONS Collecting Airmail Introduction to Confederate States Stamps and Postal History This pamphlet is written mainly for the beginning Confederate collector, but even the most advanced collector may find it of value. The Story about SPIFS/PERFINs Postmarks This is a wonderful "How-To" for setting up your own special event postmark, as well as collecting these pieces of philately. Specialized collecting is about differences Collector articles from The George VI Archieve. Postal Stationery: A Worthy Collectible Guide to Meter Stamp Collecting Distinguishing Genuine Iranian Philatelic Material The Iran Philatelic Study Circle (IPSC) presents an online guide to avoiding forgeries in collecting stamps of Iran. EXHIBITING YOUR COLLECTION Welcome the World of Stamp Exhibiting! Preparing Your Collection for Exhibition Tips on Scanning     SUPERSITE HOME PAGE COLLECTOR'S COMMUNITY Philatelic SuperSite Let us know your response to our site. We are always looking for improvement, new sites to feature, and genuinely desire your input to make all this happen. E-MAIL