Canadian Stamps and Postal History
The 1897 Diamond Jubilee Issue
A discussion of the ever popular 1897 Diamond Jubilee issue of Canada. This post gives a broad overview of the various points of interest associated with this issue, including: shade...
The 1897 Diamond Jubilee Issue
A discussion of the ever popular 1897 Diamond Jubilee issue of Canada. This post gives a broad overview of the various points of interest associated with this issue, including: shade...
The Service Provided by Stamp Dealers
A discussion of the value that reputable stamp dealers bring to the hobby of stamp collecting. Specifically addressed are the services that reputable dealers provide, other than buying and selling...
The Service Provided by Stamp Dealers
A discussion of the value that reputable stamp dealers bring to the hobby of stamp collecting. Specifically addressed are the services that reputable dealers provide, other than buying and selling...
Distinguishing the Printings of the Small Queen...
An article that explains systematically how to tell the difference between the first Ottawa, Montreal and second Ottawa printings on the Small Queens issue of 1870-1897.
Distinguishing the Printings of the Small Queen...
An article that explains systematically how to tell the difference between the first Ottawa, Montreal and second Ottawa printings on the Small Queens issue of 1870-1897.
The Small Queen Issue of 1870-1898
An article dealing with the Small Queen issue of Canada, which was in use from 1870 until 1897. This article provides a broad overview of the shade differences, paper varieties,...
The Small Queen Issue of 1870-1898
An article dealing with the Small Queen issue of Canada, which was in use from 1870 until 1897. This article provides a broad overview of the shade differences, paper varieties,...
The Large Queen Issue of 1868-1876
An article detailing some background information regarding the Large Queen Issue of Canada, in use from 1868 until 1897. The article describes the different paper varieties, shade varieties, perforations and...
The Large Queen Issue of 1868-1876
An article detailing some background information regarding the Large Queen Issue of Canada, in use from 1868 until 1897. The article describes the different paper varieties, shade varieties, perforations and...
The First Cents Issue of 1859-1868
The adoption of decimal currency in 1859 necessitated a new series of stamps to replace the old sterling currency issues. It was decided to continue with the same designs as...
The First Cents Issue of 1859-1868
The adoption of decimal currency in 1859 necessitated a new series of stamps to replace the old sterling currency issues. It was decided to continue with the same designs as...