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At a philatelic exhibition in Bauchi recently, a 1980 ten kobo stamp was priced as much as N25, 000. A stamp collector may leave his collection as inheritance to his progeny and make them rich in ...

Stamp collecting, or philately, may seem like an old-fashioned hobby, but it remains popular with many Americans. Experts say it”s popular because it appeals to a broad age range, ...

The first stamp was issued in 1840, the penny black. The penny red replaced it in 1841. In 1864 Georges Herpin coined the the term "philately" which replaced previous terms for a collector of stamps.

Also known as philately, stamp collecting is a journey through history, culture, and geography By Mr. Digital Fingers Nov 27, 2023; 4:54 pm; Shutterstock.com / fizkes.