Standard translations for foreign stamp terms
Article Abstract:
Various philatelic terms which differ in the UK and other countries from American usage are discussed. The manner in which dealers collect sales tax is another area in which other countries use a different practice. Other difference include error definition, and exhibition etiquette.
Publication Name: Stamps
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0038-9358
Year: 1995
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Public auction or club auction
Article Abstract:
Ways in which a collector can sell his postage stamps are by public auction or club auction. The value of the items and expenses involved with auctioning stamps should be considered before making final arrangements.
Publication Name: Stamps
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0038-9358
Year: 1992
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A variety of questions from readers
Article Abstract:
Postage stamps sometimes contain flaws that are either freak errors or major errors. The values of errors reported by readers are described to help stamp collectors better understand the definition of an error.
Publication Name: Stamps
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0038-9358
Year: 1992
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