Philately Collection

Arabian-Byzantine coin. Coin. FRANCE. Paris. National Library

One Penny Black, the worlds first postage stamp, c. 1840. Artist: Philately
One Penny Black, the worlds first postage stamp, c. 1840. From a private collection

Stamp Card produced by Ottmar Zeihar - Iran (Persia). These cards enabled collectors to see stamps which they were unable to obtain, or afford

100 and 50 drachmas bills, Greece. Coin

Philatelist at Work
A philatelist at work on his stamp collection

Stamp Card produced by Ottmar Zeihar - Barbados. These cards enabled collectors to see stamps which they were unable to obtain, or afford

French Philately Manual
Albert Laplanches popular guide to stamp collecting

Paris Stamp Market
LA BOURSE AUX TIMBRES-POSTE The stamp market in the Champs Elysees, Paris

BONAPARTE, Joseph (1768-1844) (coin)
CUL4940164 BONAPARTE, Joseph (1768-1844) (coin); (add.info.: BONAPARTE, Joseph (1768-1844). King of Naples (1806-1808) and Spain (1808-1813). 20 reales coin

Duro minted in 1808 (duro Ferdinand VII). Corner. SPAIN. CASTILLE-LA MANCHA. Toledo. Army Museum
CUL4878558 Duro minted in 1808 (duro Ferdinand VII). Corner. SPAIN. CASTILLE-LA MANCHA. Toledo. Army Museum; Army Museum, Toledo, Spain; (add.info.: Duro minted in 1808 (duro Ferdinand VII). Corner

French Revolution (1794). Assignats, banknote of the French Republic. Corner. SPAIN. CASTILE-LA-MANCHA. Toledo
CUL4878532 French Revolution (1794). Assignats, banknote of the French Republic. Corner. SPAIN. CASTILE-LA-MANCHA. Toledo

CHARLES IV (1748-1819). King of Spain (1788-1808). Corner. SPAIN. CASTILE-LA-MANCHA. Toledo. Army Museum
CUL4870092 CHARLES IV (1748-1819). King of Spain (1788-1808). Corner. SPAIN. CASTILE-LA-MANCHA. Toledo. Army Museum; Army Museum, Toledo, Spain; (add.info.: CHARLES IV (1748-1819)

Extraordinary Accumulation of Postage Stamps, 1850. Creator: Unknown
Extraordinary Accumulation of Postage Stamps, 1850....a young lady...was to be placed in a convent, by her father, if she did not procure...one million of used postage stamps

Sheet of 60 Cinderella stamps commemorating King George VIs coronation, 1937. Cinderella stamps is a term used for stamps not issued for postal purposes

Postal stamp exchange, Champs - Elysees, Paris
3784823 Postal stamp exchange, Champs - Elysees, Paris; (add.info.: Postal stamp exchange, Champs - Elysees, Paris ('La Bourse aux timbres-poste'). Early 20th century

Spain. Civil War (1936-1939). 50 cents note issued by the towns of Albaida and Pau de Sert (Santa Pau). Coin

Spain. Civil War (1936-1939). 500 pesetas bill of legal currency at the beginnig of the war on 18th July 1936. Coin

Second Spanish Republic. Reverse of a 50 cents banknote (1937). Coin

Spain. Civil War (1936-1939). 5 cents note issued by the Union de Cooperadores of Barcelona (September 1936), of interior currency. Coin. SPAIN. Madrid. National Mint Museum

5 pesetas bill issued by the Generalitat of Catalunya (Barcelona, 1936). Coin. SPAIN. Barcelona. Numismatic Cabinet of Catalonia

Spain. Civil War (1937). 100 pesetas bill issued by the Bank of Spain in Bilbao. Coin

Spain. Republican coin of the Civil War (1936-39). Coin. SPAIN. Barcelona. Numismatic Cabinet of Catalonia

Second Spanish Republic. Obverse of a 50 cents banknote (1937). Coin

Stamp of the Spanish Republic commemorating the 150th anniversary of the US Constitution (1938). SPAIN. Barcelona. Postal and Philatelic Museum

12c Washington trial color card proof, 1881. Creator: American Bank Note Company
12c Washington trial color card proof, 1881. Trial color proof prepared for the 1881 International Cotton Exposition in Atlanta.; In 1881

3c Franklin essay, 1851. Creator: Unknown
3c Franklin essay, 1851. Essay attributed to Gavit & Co

24c Washington trial color card proof, 1881. Creator: American Bank Note Company
24c Washington trial color card proof, 1881. Trial color proof prepared for the 1881 International Cotton Exposition in Atlanta.; In 1881

90c Washington trial color card proof, 1881. Creator: American Bank Note Company
90c Washington trial color card proof, 1881. Trial color proof prepared for the 1881 International Cotton Exposition in Atlanta.; In 1881

5c Thomas Jefferson type II single, 1861. Creator: Toppan, Carpenter & Company
5c Thomas Jefferson type II single, 1861. Mint

90c Washington re-issue single, 1875. Creator: National Bank Note Company
90c Washington re-issue single, 1875. Unused; perf 11; In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at the Centennial Exposition in

12c Washington E Grill single, 1867. Creator: National Bank Note Company
12c Washington E Grill single, 1867. Unused; perf 12

5c Jefferson single, 1861. Creator: National Bank Note Company
5c Jefferson single, 1861. Unused; perf 12

3c Washington single, August 17, 1861. Creator: National Bank Note Company
3c Washington single, August 17, 1861. Unused; perf 12

3c Washington single, 1861. Creator: National Bank Note Company
3c Washington single, 1861. Unused; perf 12

12c S. S. Adriatic re-issue single, 1875. Creator: National Bank Note Company
12c S.S. Adriatic re-issue single, 1875. Unused; perf 12; without grill; In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at the Centennial

6c Washington re-issue single, 1875. Creator: National Bank Note Company
6c Washington re-issue single, 1875. Unused; perf 12; re-issue of 1869; without grill; In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at

1c Franklin Bowlsby coupon essay, c. 1867. Creator: Unknown
1c Franklin Bowlsby coupon essay, c. 1867. With coupon and 13x16mm grill

1c Franklin type II single, 1857. Creator: Toppan, Carpenter & Company
1c Franklin type II single, 1857. Unused; from Plate 12

3c Washington re-issue single, 1875. Creator: National Bank Note Company
3c Washington re-issue single, 1875. Unused; perf 12; without grill; re-issue of 1861-66 issue; In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at

90c Washington reprint single, 1875. Creator: Continental Bank Note Company
90c Washington reprint single, 1875. Unused; In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia

10c Washington reprint single, 1875. Creator: Continental Bank Note Company
10c Washington reprint single, 1875. Unused; In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia

5c Washington New York postmaster provisional RHM signed single, 1845-1846. Used 5-cent postmaster provisional; initialed " RHM" in red ink, for Robert H

5c Franklin single, July 1, 1847. Creator: Rawdon, Wright, Hatch & Edson
5c Franklin single, July 1, 1847. Used; with red seven-bar grid cancel; on piece; fourth delivery

12c Washington re-issue single, 1875. Creator: National Bank Note Company
12c Washington re-issue single, 1875. Unused; perf 12; re-issue of 1861-66; without grill; In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at

5c Thomas Jefferson reprint single, 1875. Creator: Continental Bank Note Company
5c Thomas Jefferson reprint single, 1875. Unused; In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia

3c Washington reprint single, 1875. Creator: Continental Bank Note Company
3c Washington reprint single, 1875. Unused; In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia

90c Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry special printing single, 1875. Unused; In 1875, Post Office Department officials decided to exhibit samples of all previously issued stamps at the Centennial

30c Alexander Hamilton special printing single, 1875. Creator
30c Alexander Hamilton special printing single, 1875. Unused; special printing of the 1873 Issue; produced by Continental Bank Note Company in 1875; Probably no more than 40 examples of this stamp

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Philately, the art of collecting and studying stamps, takes us on a journey through history and culture. From Arabian-Byzantine coins to French philately manuals, this hobby allows us to explore the world in miniature. In Paris, the stamp market buzzes with excitement as collectors search for rare treasures. Among them is a stamp card produced by Ottmar Zeihar from Iran (Persia), showcasing the rich heritage of this ancient land. Another gem is a stamp card from Barbados, also crafted by Zeihar, capturing the vibrant spirit of this Caribbean paradise. As we delve deeper into our collection, we come across fascinating currency notes that tell their own stories. A 100 drachmas bill from Greece reminds us of its glorious past while a 50 cents note issued during Spain's Civil War transports us to an era filled with turmoil and strife. The Second Spanish Republic reveals itself through the reverse side of a 50 cents coin - an emblematic symbol representing hope and change during challenging times. Meanwhile, a 500 pesetas bill serves as a reminder of Spain's resilience amidst adversity. But it's not just about money; stamps themselves hold historical significance too. A Philatelist at Work diligently examines each piece under magnifying glasses - uncovering hidden details that reveal tales untold. Among these discoveries lies a unique 5 cents note issued during Spain's Civil War - its delicate design reflecting both strength and fragility simultaneously. And let's not forget the intriguing 5 pesetas bill issued by the Generalitat of Catalunya - proof that even regions within nations have their own distinct identities worth celebrating. Through philately, we connect with diverse cultures and witness moments frozen in time, and is more than just collecting; it is an exploration into humanity’s shared heritage – one stamp at a time.