What is Philately: Philately is the study and collection of postage stamps and related postal materials. Unlike casual stamp collecting, philately involves understanding the historical, cultural, and ...
The first stamp was issued in 1840, the penny black. The penny red replaced it in 1841. In 1864 Georges Herpin coined the the term "philately" which replaced previous terms for a collector of stamps.
The first stamp was issued in 1840, the penny black. The penny red replaced it in 1841. In 1864 Georges Herpin coined the the term "philately" which replaced previous terms for a collector of stamps.