Collecting stamps has been a popular pastime ever since there were stamps to collect. Collecting stamps has never been easier and collecting isnt just for the gray-haired gentleman who spends his days poring over his stamps.
When collecting stamps, its important to have at least some definition of what youre hoping to achieve. Some people collect only historical stamps. That is, theyre only looking for the old, rare stamps that are highly sought and prized by collectors. This is a noble goal, but probably not much fun for those without the finances to make those rare purchases. If youre simply looking for a great hobby, start searching for unusual stamps or collect stamps postmarked in other states and/or countries.
Take a look at some ideas that can help you get your stamp collection off to a good start, or give your current collection a real boost.
Dont keep your stamp collection a secret. While Great-Aunt Margie isnt likely to want to sit down and hear the history of every stamp in your collection, letting her know that youre a stamp collector could be the best move youve ever made. She may have a stash of letters in her attic from that special beau...