Canadian Stamps and Postal History

Understanding the Dotted Cover Booklets Issued From 1935 to 1955 - English and French

Understanding the Dotted Cover Booklets Issued ...

Christopher McFetridge

Introduction The dotted cover die booklets that appeared between 1935 and 1955 represent a very complex and rewarding area of Canadian philately. Unitrade presents what at first seems like a...

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Understanding the Dotted Cover Booklets Issued ...

Christopher McFetridge

Introduction The dotted cover die booklets that appeared between 1935 and 1955 represent a very complex and rewarding area of Canadian philately. Unitrade presents what at first seems like a...

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The Floral Issue Low Value Definitives Of 1977-1982: A Fresh Look

The Floral Issue Low Value Definitives Of 1977-...

Christopher McFetridge

This post explores some of the variations that can be collected on these stamps, despite the fact that the Unitrade catalogue lists very few varieties.

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The Floral Issue Low Value Definitives Of 1977-...

Christopher McFetridge

This post explores some of the variations that can be collected on these stamps, despite the fact that the Unitrade catalogue lists very few varieties.

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The Overlooked Gems: Biases and Scarcity in Stamp Collecting

The Overlooked Gems: Biases and Scarcity in Sta...

Christopher McFetridge

Stamp collecting has long been a beloved hobby, filled with historical significance, artistic beauty, and the joy of building a unique collection. However, biases within the hobby have often shaped...

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The Overlooked Gems: Biases and Scarcity in Sta...

Christopher McFetridge

Stamp collecting has long been a beloved hobby, filled with historical significance, artistic beauty, and the joy of building a unique collection. However, biases within the hobby have often shaped...

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Exploring Uncharted Attributes of the Low Value Caricature Definitive Stamps

Exploring Uncharted Attributes of the Low Value...

Christopher McFetridge

This post examines some of the attributes of the low value Caricature stamps that are not discussed in either Unitrade or Harris, which nonetheless enhance the collectibility of these issues.

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Exploring Uncharted Attributes of the Low Value...

Christopher McFetridge

This post examines some of the attributes of the low value Caricature stamps that are not discussed in either Unitrade or Harris, which nonetheless enhance the collectibility of these issues.

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Decoding the Attributes of the 1972-1978 Caricature Issue Booklets in Canada

Decoding the Attributes of the 1972-1978 Carica...

Christopher McFetridge

Within the realm of Canadian philately, the study of booklets holds a unique place. In this blog post, we will delve into the intricacies of the 1972-1978 Caricature Issue booklets...

Decoding the Attributes of the 1972-1978 Carica...

Christopher McFetridge

Within the realm of Canadian philately, the study of booklets holds a unique place. In this blog post, we will delve into the intricacies of the 1972-1978 Caricature Issue booklets...

Winnipeg Tagging Re-Examined

Winnipeg Tagging Re-Examined

Christopher McFetridge

Winnipeg tagging was first introduced in 1962 on the Wilding issue, and apart from the difference between 1 bar and 2 bar tagging, very few varieties have been listed in...

Winnipeg Tagging Re-Examined

Christopher McFetridge

Winnipeg tagging was first introduced in 1962 on the Wilding issue, and apart from the difference between 1 bar and 2 bar tagging, very few varieties have been listed in...