One of those most difficult, yet paramount concerns for the coin collector is grading. To the collector this will help him find the best coin of his desired type for his collection. To the investor, this would...
Stamps Australia Online MUH: Mint Un-Hinged MNH: Mint Never Hinged MLH: Mint Lightly Hinged FU: Fine Used VFU: Very Fine Used GU: Good Used U: Used MS: Mini Sheet FDC: First Day Cover CTO: Cancel To Order WC:...
What do the stamp abbreviations mean?MUH: Mint Un-Hinged MNH: Mint Never Hinged MLH: Mint Lightly Hinged MH: Mint Hinged FU: Fine Used VFU: Very Fine Used GU: Good Used U: Used MS: Mini Sheet FDC: First Day...
THE ADJECTIVAL GRADING SYSTEM* I use the adjectival grading system, and for the sake of consistency, I will state here the eleven full grades in order of merit: Fleur de Coin, Gem Uncirculated, Choice...
What? This title doesn’t make sense! How can stamps be not important in a stamp collection?? Well, if you have been collecting stamps for any period of time, you will know that there are many other facets...
This is a basic guide to help you grade the condition of your rare coins: UNCIRCULATED: (Unc) grades there will be no visible signs of wear or handling, even under a 30-power microscope. Bag marks may be...
Some Potential Pitfalls for the aPPrentice Philatelic Purchaser on eBay. GETTING CARRIED AWAY For the new collector, eBay is an Aladdin's Cave filled with glittering prizes at seemingly give-away prices, all...
written 2-2-06.......TIP OF THE MONTH BUY MINT MARK COMMEMRATIVE DOLLARS TRY TO STICK TO LOW MINTAGE MINTAGE ITEMS ALLWAYS BUY THE BEST QUALITY YOUR POCKET WILL ALLOW,EG BUY CHOICE UNCIRCULATED OR EVEN GEM...
It's Important to understand the difference between 'First Day Covers ' and 'First Day Issue Pre Stamped Envelopes ' when buying and selling on EBay as you may end up in a dispute, having items returned for...
If you’re not aware what these terms mean, you will be confused in no time. Coin Terms you need to know when collecting:Fleur de Coin (FDC): Literally translates as “flower of the die”. This is the highest...