• Aleksandr Rodchenko was a prominent Russian artist, sculptor, photographer, and graphic designer who played a crucial role in the Russian avant-garde movement during the early 20th century. Born in 1891 in St. Petersburg, Russia, Rodchenko initially studied drawing and painting before becoming involved in the avant-garde scene. Rodchenko is perhaps best known for his innovative…

  • Adolphe Terris, a French photographer, was tasked with documenting the evolving landscape of Marseille, France, amidst its construction projects and urban transformations. A native of Aix-en-Provence, Terris initially relocated to Marseille with intentions of establishing a bookstore. However, his passion for photography led him to embark on a career in the field, commencing at a…

  • I have not uploaded many products to the online store portion of this website as of late. I am “downgrading” my collection, so to speak. I was collecting world of all dates. Now I am limiting it to 1960. So I am gathering together all post-1960 material to put up online to sell. I am…

  • The 8 cent red “Amelia Earhart” postage stamp was issued in 1963 by the United States Postal Service to commerate Amelia Earhart, the “First Woman in Flight.” n the vast tapestry of history, certain figures stand out as beacons of courage and inspiration. Among them is the legendary aviator Amelia Earhart, whose indomitable spirit and…

  • Nestled in the heart of Central Europe, Austria boasts a rich and intricate history that has shaped its identity over the centuries. With roots tracing back to the Roman Empire, this enchanting land has been a crossroads of cultures, empires, and civilizations. The history of Austria is a tapestry woven with the threads of medieval…

  • Once considered a fading hobby, stamp collecting is experiencing a vibrant renaissance in the digital age. While some may have speculated about the death of stamp collecting, the reality is quite the opposite. The convergence of technology, online platforms, and a renewed interest in tangible artifacts has breathed new life into this timeless pastime. In…

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    Parcel Post – a service provided by the Post Office Department which accommodated packages weighing over four pounds. Parcel Post service, finally made available to U.S. citizens on January 1, 1913, was received with enormous enthusiasm. Farm families used it to convey produce at standardized, understandable, and lower rates than they had received from express companies.…

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    Obligatory tax stamp – a revenue stamp issued to collect funds for national or philanthropic purpose.Occupation stamp – a stamp overprinted or specially printed for use in a conquered territory occupied by the victorious military forces.OCR – an acronym for ‘Optical Character Reader’. In the Postal Service, Optical Character Readers are used to read mail addresses and spray…

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