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eLook™ eBay & HipStamp Internet Search

eBay & HipStamp Internet Search from within EzStamp eLook™ technology is another innovation from SoftPro. We hope that we have provided stamp collectors an easy to use, quick and accurate method of finding the stamps they want. Unlock hidden stamp deals and stay ahead of the market with our eBay™ and HipStamp™ search tools—see what’s […]

A jumbled heap of mixed worldwide used stamps in an ornate turquoise frame — a typical unsorted inherited stamp collection.

Inherited a stamp collection? What now?

Inherited a stamp collection? What now? ❶ Decide what to do with it. Are you going to keep the collection and start collecting and add to it? Are you going to sell it? Are you going to donate it or give it to a family member? Before you make a decision, it is important […]

Philatelic Terminology Explained

There are a lot of terms & short forms used in philately. For the new collector, it can be overwhelming. Here is a great resource to look up all the stamp collecting terminology. Philatelic terminology Even if you have been collecting for a long time, it’s a good refresher to go over terminology. There may […]

Understanding Coin Price Guides

Understanding Coin Price Guides There are many coin price guides published; weekly, bi-weekly, monthly and annually. They come in the form of magazines, newsprint, “hot sheets”, and books. All of us have referred to one of these from time to time to ascertain what a particular coin might be worth. Yet, few of us stop […]

What Coins Should I Collect?

What Coins Should I Collect? You should collect what you like and enjoy. This is Your Dream. Design it any way you want. Never-the-less, . . . decide on Foreign coins or US Coins; and Proof or Mint State. If US, then decide upon a Denomination: penny, nickel, dime, quarter, half dollar, dollar or other. […]

What is “Key”, When Collecting Coins?

What is “Key”, When Collecting Coins? Key Coin is a coin that is among the toughest and Most Expensive to obtain within a series. In the Lincoln Cent series, for example, the 1909-S VDB would be considered the key, as would the 1914-D and often the 1922-Plain. Of course, a Coin may become the Most […]

How Should I Store My Coins?

The 8 Best Ways To Store Your Coin Collection There are two concerns when discussing the storage of coins. First, the storage of the individual coin, and Second, the storage of a group of coins, or an entire collection. Storage of a Coin Collection The Environment of the entire Collection, or Group of Coins is […]

Favorite Gold Coins To Collect For Investment

Favorite Gold Coins To Collect For Investment Why Gold American Eagle Coins are Popular among Collectors Gold coins are a favorite of coin collectors with an eye toward investment. Not only are golden coins lovely to behold, but they also have a value that is guaranteed, due to their precious metal content. The value of […]

Coin Collecting Throughout The Ages

Coin Collecting Throughout The Ages Coin collecting, or numismatics is a hobby as old as time. As a hobby, it has been around for more than 2,500 years. This is surprising since the use of coins has been around for pretty much that same amount of time too. Man has always had a fixation for […]

Philatelic Fun & the joy of the Stamp hunt

We all would love to find a truly rare stamp. Watch this video to see what could have been a find & then some … Enjoy

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