The Complete Guide to Postmarks
A postmark is an official marking applied to mail by a postal authority. It usually shows the date and place of handling, and it often cancels the postage stamp so…
August 2025
How to Store/Archive Stamps Correctly
Stamps are vulnerable to their surroundings. Paper, gum, and ink can all be affected by light, humidity, temperature changes, and even the materials used to store them. Over time, these…
Mushrooms, Benin 1998
I recently added this lovely set of six mushroom-themed stamps from the Republic of Benin (issued in 1998) to my collection. Each one features a beautifully detailed illustration of a…