One of the all-time greats of philately fellow collector Things are heating up here in our office. And, I am not just talking about the temperature… Last week, Jersey recorded its highest ever June temperature at 33.1 degrees Celsius –...
The most iconic error of colour in GB philately The story behind the discovery of the 1935 2½d “Prussian Blue” is one of the most well known in GB philately. The story goes as follows… King George V (known as...
Hi fellow collector You've probably seen the posters. They're big and flashy. Just like the man himself. You may have seen the trailer. A string of solid gold hits, and some serious hip shaking. And next week, when this blockbuster...
Exclusively for you: the best stamp rarities from our recent acquisitions Hi fellow collector It’s about time our illustrious Chairman did some work! So, I’m taking a back seat this week. I asked our Chairman, Paul Fraser, to select his...
We are hiring: Senior Category Manager – Pre-Owned Luxury Goods Hi, Mike Hall here, CEO – pleased to meet you. If there is one thing I’ve learned, above all else, in over 30 years in business, it is… If I...
The definitive Australian stamp When this stamp was issued in 1913 it caused huge controversy. Some loved it… Others despised it with a vengeance. Inevitably, the sensation it caused at the time led to it becoming one of the most...
Hi fellow collector They say fishermen tell tall tales. But I can guarantee this story is true. It's about a revolution, a writer and some really big fish. It stars three of the most famous names in Cuba's history. And...
Hi fellow collector Do you have a lucky charm? An object you keep with you at all times. Just in case. It could be anything. A pen. An old coin. Even the classic rabbit's foot. You know it might seem silly...
The first ever example of prepaid postal stationery Hi fellow collector In the beginning there was the penny black. Everyone knows the first and most famous stamp in the world. But, did you know the penny black had a twin?...
