From Morocco to Saint-Pierre et Miquelon a story of fakes
By Georges Ferretti of the French association APCC
November 17, 2022In this section, you’ll find files and anecdotes on the history of collections. Comics, stamps, postcards… they’re all in the spotlight.
By Georges Ferretti of the French association APCC
November 17, 2022See the Delcampe top sales for November 2022 here.
November 10, 2022Men may still say that they don’t know how to drive, but women have been driving for a very long time. While it’s normal to see women drivers nowadays, in the early days of the automobile, there were definitely far more men than women drivers. Yet, some of the most successful racing drivers were women! Let’s take a look at these pioneers!
October 31, 2022Since the introduction of stamps in 1840 the color errors have enjoyed a special status in philately and have always attracted passionate collectors. Every collector dreams of discovering a particularly rare stamp.
October 25, 2022The mythical Suez Canal was featured on a stamp which drew a great deal of attention...because, the stamp contains a monumental error.
October 20, 2022Queen Victoria is an iconic figure of the 19th century. She had such a great impact on her period that it has been named the “Victorian Era”. For good reason: she was on the throne for over 60 years and had a lasting impact on world history...and on numismatics...
October 13, 2022Welcome to 1900! Paris is abuzz. The World’s Fair is coming to Paris again this year. It was announced on 13 July 1892 and planning has been under way for eight years.
October 4, 2022Have you heard of postcrossing? Postcrossing started in Portugal in 2005. It’s an entertaining way to explore the world from home. The idea is to exchange postcards with members from around the world. Post Luxembourg is supporting the project by issuing a themed stamp.
September 28, 2022We are very pleased that Herbert Fischer has accepted to give you a regular update on the evolution of the postcard collection market on our blog. The articles are produced with the kind support of the Daniel Stade auction house.
September 26, 2022A few months ago, we modified our "Stamps of France" category. This time, it is now the turn of the "French Coins" category.
September 20, 2022