Conversations with Philatelists
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Michael Cortese of NobleSpirit and Charles Epting of HR Harmer interview philatelists around the world. Collectors, Dealers, Exhibitors, Enthusiasts, and Researchers. Join us as we speak with some of the most interesting people in the world of philately, and talk about the journeys that stamps have taken them on.
Conversations with Philatelists
5M ago
Brian Howard is the newly appointed Executive Director of the Spellman Museum of Stamps and Postal History in Weston, MA.
We chat with him about his previous museum experience, how he has adapted to the Spellman thus far, and his plans going forward for the museum.
https://spellmanmuseum.org ..read more
Conversations with Philatelists
5M ago
Join Michael Cortese, NobleSpirit, as he and guest Co-Host Todd Gantzer talk to Leven Parker about the success of his philatelic TicTok channel. Leven walks us through his thoughts on presenting philately and postal history to an outside audience and using the tools philatelists have to captivate and engage.
Follow Leven on TicTok: @leven_parker ..read more
Conversations with Philatelists
5M ago
With Steven Unkrich and Victor Livesay joining in, we discuss the best ways to spot fake Washington Franklin stamps, different printing methods, and more!
Sources: Stamp Printing Methods - https://stampsmarter.org/learning/Man...
Stamp Perforations - https://www.les-wilkinson.co.uk/artic...
Double Impression Errors - https://findyourstampsvalue.com/helpf...
Early Rotary Perforation Machine - https://postalmuseum.si.edu/collectio...
How to Detect Damaged, Altered and Repaired Stamps by Paul W. Schmid - https://www.amazon.com/Detect-Damaged...
Bluish Paper Examples and More - https://www.theswe ..read more
Conversations with Philatelists
1y ago
On December 3rd, 2022, US expert William T Crowe reviewed material at the Spellman Museum brought in by members and other guests to offer "on the battle field" opinions regarding authenticity and condition.
In a first of many event, sponsored by NobleSpirit, these events look to bring collectors more in touch with the way they examine stamps and inform collectors on how to make better buying decisions.
For more information on the Spellman Museum and events like this one please visit: https://spellmanmuseum.org ..read more
Conversations with Philatelists
1y ago
On December 3rd, 2022, US expert William T Crowe reviewed material at the Spellman Museum brought in by members and other guests to offer "on the battle field" opinions regarding authenticity and condition.
In a first of many event, sponsored by NobleSpirit, these events look to bring collectors more in touch with the way they examine stamps and inform collectors on how to make better buying decisions.
For more information on the Spellman Museum and events like this one please visit: https://spellmanmuseum.org ..read more
Conversations with Philatelists
1y ago
On December 3rd, 2022, US expert William T Crowe reviewed material at the Spellman Museum brought in by members and other guests to offer "on the battle field" opinions regarding authenticity and condition.
In a first of many event, sponsored by NobleSpirit, these events look to bring collectors more in touch with the way they examine stamps and inform collectors on how to make better buying decisions.
For more information on the Spellman Museum and events like this one please visit: https://spellmanmuseum.org ..read more
Conversations with Philatelists
1y ago
This week Charles and Michael speak with Peter Clyde, founder of Lazels, creating high end miniature puzzles out of titanium.
With an interest in philately, this past week Peter launched a 1:1 replica titanium puzzle of the Great Britain 1929 "Post Union Congress" stamp.
We talk to Peter about the idea behind the company, the exclusivity and inherent collectibility of his limited releases, and his ideas for future puzzles.
Please visit Lazels at Lazels.com ..read more
Conversations with Philatelists
1y ago
This week we speak with Franz Fedra, the owner and founder of Philasearch, Numisearch, and Antiquesearch. Providing customers all over the world with the ability to search, bid, and buy stamps and collectibles from respected dealers and auction houses.
To view philasearch please go to https://www.philasearch.com/en ..read more
Conversations with Philatelists
1y ago
Returning after a short hiatus, Charles and Michael speak with Jean Wang about the difference between Topical collecting and Thematic collecting, her award winning thematic Blood exhibit, the importance of joining organized philately, and a few stories from her time on the Canada Post Stamp Advisory Committee.
To view Jean's collection on Stampboards please visit: https://stampboards.com/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=54101 ..read more
Conversations with Philatelists
1y ago
This week's episode is an airing of the speech given at the North Toronto Stamp Club meeting at Capex on June 11th, 2022 ..read more