The Stamp Collector's Handbook: A Valuable Storehouse Of Philatelic Knowledge, For Pleasure Or For Investment

By Samuel Grossman

The Stamp Collector's Handbook by Samuel Grossman is a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in philately. This book is a valuable resource for both beginners and experienced collectors, offering a wealth of information on stamp collecting and investment. The author covers a wide range of topics, including the history of stamps, stamp production, grading and valuation, and tips for buying and selling stamps.The book is organized into chapters, each covering a different aspect of stamp collecting. The first chapter provides an introduction to the hobby, explaining the different types of stamps and how they are collected. The following chapters delve deeper into the technical aspects of stamp collecting, such as identifying and grading stamps, and the different types of stamp production.One of the strengths of this book is its focus on investment in stamps. The author provides valuable advice on how to build a collection that will appreciate in value over time, including tips on buying and selling stamps and how to evaluate the potential value of a stamp.Overall, The Stamp Collector's Handbook is an excellent resource for anyone interested in stamp collecting, whether for pleasure or investment. The information provided is clear and concise, making it easy for readers to understand and apply to their own collections.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163819050
• ISBN13: 9781163819050
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 196 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"