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I have been a collector of stamps for well over 10 years now and about 5 of those have been selling on various different sites over the internet. I have the ability and knowledge to do my best in assisting anyone with questions regarding to, but not limited to, identification, evaluation, and any other philatelic related question. As I have sold for many years, I have a good feel for the philatelic market and have helped many people value their collections.
10 years as a collector of pre-independence African countries and USA Scott listed revenues. I have sold stamps for the past 5 years on sites such as eBay and StampWants.com. I am also currently doing research in the area of 19th century USA fancy cancels.
American Philatelic Society No. 200711, ARA No. 7038, Regular contributor to the Virtual Stamp Club.
University of St Andrews (Scotland, UK) graduate with a MA in International Relations and Business Management
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Beth: Yes, for reference purposes, it is Scott RB21. Depending on the perforations around the stamp, it could be one of two varieties. Although, either variety is only worth about $0.20 or so (in
Bob: Typographed is usually done with a machine and leaves a slight impression which can be seen on the back if you check very carefully. On the other hand (no pun intended), handstamps are just
Beth: Is there a way that you can provide a scan or photo of this item? Are you sure it says "Series of 1896"? Is this a battleship stamp which should have Series of 1898? If so, just under the ship
Tom: Is there anyway that you can upload a photo or scan of this item? This would better help me judge which stamps exactly you are talking about. The first stamp you are describing, for example
Sara: The first stamp you mentioned is: Scott Number 1010 with a catalog value of $0.20 (for unused and unhinged) Issued on: June 13, 1952 The second stamp you mentioned is a bit harder to determine
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