subject: Craigslist Tucson [print this page] stamp collecting is fun nd informative wy t learn mr but country's historical events, celebrated persons, culture nd geography. in tucson, arizona, stamp collecting is mr than just hobby fr group f passionate enthusiasts. here, stamp collectors hve several resources that will help thm purchase stamps fr thir collections, learn more abut stamp collecting nd connect with thr stamp collectors.
t begin stamp collecting tucson
1 - join th arizona philatelic rangers, th tucson stamp club, r - if yu re interested in stamps frm mexico - th mexico-elmhurst philatelic society international. t find ut more about club near yu, check with th arizona federation f stamp clubs.
2 - visit th postal history foundation library on 920 north first avenue.
3 - shop t th american stamp & coin co. on 7225 orracle road, ste. 102.
4 - browse websites such as craigslist r ebay. be careful nd do yur research bfore buying. ask fr clear photographs nd detailed information.
tools for collecting stamps
beginning stamp collection is relatively inexpensive. yu will need th following tools t begin:
1 - stamps!
2 - stamp tongs.
3 - catalogs nd price guides. check ths out at th local library. ther re also online price guides for subscription. look into stamp management software that will help you keep track f th value f yur collection.
4 - magnifying glass.
5 - perforation gauge.
6 - watermark fluid & tray (optional)
7 - albums. make sure you gt pages that are acid-free. regular albums will leach the color frm yur stamps.
8 - glassine envelopes. thes are used t store nd organize extra stamps that you don't want t mount in n album.
9 - stamp hinges. (mny collectors are moving away frm stamp hinges and choosing to us stamp mounts instead.)
10 - stamp mounts. slide the stamp into ths protective sheaths, then mount in the album.
stamp collecting tucson is n ideal location for maintaining stamp collection. the hot, dry weather helps preserve the stamps and keeps moisture from the stamps. still, it's good idea to store your stamps above ground level and to insure your collection. to insure your collection, you will need to get n appraisal from n insurance company. there may be fee.
the postal history foundation library
stamp collecting tucson hs fabulous resource in the postal history foundation library. the library offers the following services.
1 - sale f collectible stamps and other philatelic materials such as albums, hinges and page protectors.
2 - this is the only place that sells ll the current issue postage stamps. usually, you have to order ths stamps direct from the post office.
3 - a library f all southwestern postal office historical documents, including stamps.
4 - youth educational services, classes, speaker's bureau and special educational materials designed for schools.
5 - a turn of the century replica of a united states post office.
