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This video is of stamp collectors, including youth, talking about what they collect and why.

A very informative video on how to sell your postage stamp collection

A very informative video on how to sell your postage stamp collection

You see stamps every day but have you ever really looked at them? "Stamps: An American Journey" tells the surprising story of the journey of stamps from an idea, to art, to issued stamp. It features National Postal Museum Curator of Philately Cheryl Ganz. Thanks to The United States Postal Service for providing this exciting video. Please contact the United States Postal Service for video use information and permission. …

You can start by saving stamps from letters, packages, and postcards. Many beginning collectors choose a favorite subject like art, history, sports, transportation, or animals as the theme of their collection. You can have a great time on a limited budget with just a few inexpensive accessories such as an album and stamp hinges.

World's Smallest Post Service (WSPS) from Leafcutter Designs on Vimeo.The World's Smallest Postal Service (WSPS) is a teeny tiny transcription service and roaming post office based in the San Francisco Bay Area and also available online. Lea Redmond is the Postmaster, setting up her tiny mobile office in cafes and shops where passers-by can write a letter and have it turned into a "world's smallest letter." The letter is transcribed on a miniature desk in the tiniest of script, …

The intricate and closely-scrutinised process of printing postage stamps.

Slide show of US First Day Covers.