Good questions & informative answers

Article Abstract:

Reader questions cover a wide range of topics having to do with flaws in postage stamps. The topics include perforations and gutters, the term 'gutter snipe,' grills to stop reuse of cancelled stamps, valuation of flawed stamps, and why there are variation in stamp color for a given issue.

Collections and collecting, Perforations (Philately)

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Concise questions will save time and aggravation

Article Abstract:

A stamp dealer describes several incidents where he answered questions put to him by stamp collectors, only to have misunderstandings ensued. Tips are given on how to frame questions to stamp dealers so that a good answer may more easily follow.

Personal narratives, Collectors and collecting, Collectors (Persons)

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Informative, precise, concise cover descriptions

Article Abstract:

The descriptions of first-day covers of postage stamps should convey enough information to provide readers with a visual picture of the cover. The abbreviations and descriptions used by auction houses are examined.

Advertising, First day covers (Philately)

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