THE ROMANCE OF STAMP COLLECTING

by Ernest A. Kehr ‧ RELEASE DATE: Nov. 7, 1947

First there's the history of the stamp, and the beginning of postal service as we know it, May 6, 1840; but back of that there's the romance of Herodotus and Kublai Khan, the worldwide stories of communication, the Pony Express, etc. But the main text, deals with a bit over 100 years of history- romance- legend- anecdote- drama-personality- chicanery; of unique values; of stamp collecting; of collectors and specialization of dealers and agencies; of famous stamps; of exhibitions. For the collector looking for practical aid, one third of the text presents a condensed generalization in a guide to the market value and specialty field -- in alphabetical listing; and a glossary, a guide to the use of stamp catalogues, a list of famous collectors. Fascinating for anyone of any age interested in stamp collecting.

Pub Date: Nov. 7, 1947

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: -

Publisher: Crowell

Review Posted Online: N/A

Kirkus Reviews Issue: Nov. 1, 1947

Categories: NONFICTION