Stamp Smarter

This site is dedicated to helping hobbyists acquire knowledge free of cost. We feel that one of the greatest attributes of philately is the thrill of identifying your stamps and the learning opportunities uncovered along the way.

Queensland Stamp Numerals

A handbook of the different numerals (bars, rays and duplexes) found on Queensland (Chalon, Sideface and Commonwealth) postage stamps and covers compiled by Dr Jeremy Hodes.

First Issues Collectors Club

The First Issues Collectors Club promotes the collection of and research on the first postage stamp issued by any nation, province, city, army or other entity.

Dr. Cheng Chang Collection

Dr. Cheng Chang intends to collect over 90% of the world’s stamps from 1840, the world’s first stamp, up to and around 1990, though collections from many countries, such as China, Canada, Germany and so on, are up to year of 2000 or even over.

DJCMH's Philatelic Blog 2.0

DJCMH’s Philatelic Blog 2.0

Collect GB Stamps

CollectGBStamps is an online resource and guide for GB postage stamps (from the Penny Black to the latest issues), GPO and Royal Mail history, products, stationery and marketing

Classic Stamps and History

Classic Stamps and History

Classic Stamp Forgeries

Classic Stamp Forgeries

Big Blue 1840-1940

For the world wide classical era philatelist and stamp collector, a country specific philatelic survey is offered by the blog author, Jim Jackson, with two albums: Big Blue, aka Scott International Part 1 (checklists available), and Deep Blue, aka William Steiner’s Stamp Album Web PDF pages. In addition, “Bud” offers commentary and a look at his completely filled Big Blue.

Antonius Ra Collection

Largest showing of classic world wide stamps on the internet