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Collectible Stamps

Keep Stamps in Their Original Album: Gum, Perforations and Margins MatterA valuation of Monkey stamps, early commemoratives and special issues...

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Key questions before sending photos

Items in the same category can vary widely by origin, year, variety, condition and authenticity. Check these points, then send clear photos of the front, back and details for a first review.

Photograph front, back, edges and detailsValue depends on type, condition and market referencesHigher-value or uncertain items should be checked in person
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Should I remove stamps from an old album first?

No. Keep the album in its original order and photograph the cover, the complete pages, key stamps and the gum where it is safely visible.

Can cancelled stamps have value?

Some early or scarcer issues can. The issue, cancellation and condition all need to be considered.

Does folding a full sheet affect its value?

Yes. Creases, mildew, missing perforations and disturbed gum can all affect the assessment.

How can I make an initial check of a 1980 Gengshen Monkey stamp?

Examine the printing, colour, gum and perforations. Because imitations are common, a likely key item should be inspected in hand.

How much does original gum matter?

It can make a substantial difference. Unmounted original gum is generally preferred to disturbed gum or a cancelled stamp; photograph the back under even light.