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Stamp History-The Bluenose

Posted on January 17, 2012 by Lisa
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There is often a colourful story behind a stamp. Sometimes, the images on these tiny pieces of paper tell a tale that could help us to learn more about who we are and where we come from. This new series … Continue reading →

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New Canada Stamps Quarterly Packs!

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Lisa
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Arpin Philately is pleased to announce the new arrival of Canada Quarterly Packs. These handy collections are sure to please many collectors. Each Quarterly Pack contains all the stamps issued by Canada Post in its corresponding quarter (for example: Quarterly … Continue reading →

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New 2011 Canada stamp album supplements have arrived!

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Lisa
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Winter has arrived and what a perfect time to organize our stamp albums. Arpin Philately is pleased to announce that the 2011 CWS stamp supplements for Canada stamps have arrived. These supplements contain the illustrated pages you will need to … Continue reading →

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New 2011 supplements for Popular World albums have arrived!

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Lisa
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Now that colder days have arrived, it’s an ideal time to organize your stamp albums! Arpin Philately is happy to announce that the 2011 CWS stamp supplements for Popular World stamp albums have arrived. These supplements are made to fit … Continue reading →

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FAQ – How do I calculate the value of mint never hinged stamps?

Posted on November 29, 2011 by Lisa
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Now that you know how to grade the condition of your stamps, you may feel ready to either purchase or sell some stamps. However, if you are dealing in Mint stamps, there is another factor you need to understand in … Continue reading →

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FAQ – How to grade the condition of my stamps?

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Lisa
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Condition grading can sometimes be very confusing as it is a subjective evaluation and even veteran experts may disagree on some points. The overall quality must be taken into consideration before a grade can be determined. Many points must be … Continue reading →

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New 2011 Canadian stamps feature Xmas stained glass

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Lisa
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On November 1st, 2011, Canada Post began issuing three new stamps as part of its Christmas 2011 series. This year’s theme for the new stamps is ‘Stained Glass’. The craft of colouring glass goes back to ancient times. In ancient … Continue reading →

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New 2011 Canadian stamp featuring Christmas holly

Posted on November 28, 2011 by Lisa
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On November 1st, 2011, Canada Post began issuing a new stamp in its Christmas series featuring ‘Holly’. This plant, with its pointy green leaves and bright, red berries is a popular decoration during this winter holiday. The stamp depicts a … Continue reading →

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FAQ: What are the basics of stamp collecting? Understanding what kind of a stamp you have.

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Lisa
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Welcome to the fascinating world of stamp collecting. Everyone has different reason for collecting, some enjoy collecting according to specific themes, others to learn about history, others still as an investment. Whatever your reasons, starting a new hobby can be … Continue reading →

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New 2011 Canada stamp commemorates International Year of Chemistry

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Lisa
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On October 3rd, 2011, Canada Post issued a new stamp commemorating the International Year of Chemistry. The opening ceremonies of the IYC took place in Paris, France in January and events continue until the end of 2011. According to the … Continue reading →

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