The study and collecting of postcards is called deltiology. If there is an indication of the amount of postage required in the stamp box on the back of the postcard, this chart of postcard. See more ideas about postcard book, book binding and book making. Below is a list of postcard reference literature that we currently have available. In this article, you can learn more about why people collect postcards and how to be a successful deltiologist yourself. The original inspiration for the column was the lack of basic information about the hobby for people starting out. Postcard collecting has been a popular hobby for a long time, and the online auction site, ebay has made the hobby accessible to more people than even.
Book full of old german postcards 12012008 i have a book full of old german postcards ie karl tuppe, heinrich krause,prof otto hofner, etc. German artist otto dix immediately volunteered when war was declared and. We have a wide variety of postcards in every price range. The collection as a whole documents german history from the time of bismarck through the end of world war ii in books, postcards.
Originally postal cards the plain, official type with imprinted stamp of the 1870s were regarded as a branch of stamp collecting philately. Collecting postcards and letters information for collectors of. It should also allow you to gauge whether or not it is worthwhile taking your collection. Stamp paraphernalia is the best online store for stamp collectors. The more experienced collector may find this useful for reference and research.
Postcard world postcard world operates a fully illustrated online catalogue of topographical and subject cards to appeal to a wide range of collectors. Students make connections with the text in order to identify key details and understand the text more deeply. There are other books by this author which cover more specialized areas of collecting german militaria, these may be of more use when you have decided on a specific section in which to collect. As a family owned and operated business, collector.
Original nazi era german postcards index usm books. Weve looked through hundreds of postcard reference books to bring you the best available books about postcard collecting. Get your hands on a customizable book postcard from zazzle. In germany, antique picture postcards are a frontrunner at flea markets, bookshops, trade. At first, his business consisted of selling books and videos about postcards. Please note that the online sales sites listed below are not owned, endorsed or monitored by the tpc. See playles guide to real photo postcard stamp box marking to help identify real photo postcard ages.
If you would like to see all the new items being listed to our website 5. Information for collectors of postcards about collecting of postcards with values of postcards. The reproduction autograph is an exact likeness of an original. Original ww2 collectible us postcards for sale ebay. Goodreads members who liked the postcard also liked.
The pics are very small and are in black and white, useless in todays market. Find a large selection of sizes and shapes for your postcard needs. Click on the image or title for additional information and availability purchases are provided by. Im very disappointed and would not have purchased this book. Shop forand learn aboutantique and vintage postcards. Art postcard books national gallery of art shops shop. Picture postcards are a specific mail item with an image on one side and a space for an address and a message on the reverse. Why you need to collect postcards right now catawiki. Original set of articles produced for picture postcard monthly describing postcard terms where to buy where to buy auctions where to buy shops approvals etc how to keep your cards what type of cards to collect when starting off collecting topo cards collecting subject cards real photo vs printed postcards message cards joining your. Postcardcollecting accepts the following forms of payment for all your postcard and supply orders. The third largest hobby after collecting stamps and money, collecting postcards can be a very rewarding pastime that can be as broad or as narrow as youd like, and can be undertaken absolutely anywhere in the world. This book is a concise, standard reference work for third reich medal and badge collectors. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the.
The original inspiration for the column was the lack of basic. But abbotts prose style goes down so effortlessly, and the story is so compelling in a dontthinktoocloselyaboutit sort of way, that young readers will hardly notice. German and austrian patriotic postcards issued during world war i show a wide. Wide selection of antique and vintage postcards for sale. But no craze had been quite as fanatical as collecting postcards. Below are some links to information about postcard collecting generally, including tips for dating postcards and links to websites that sell postcards. Apr 21, 2016 i have read books by fern before and enjoyed them so i was delighted to be asked to read the postcard for the blog tour. Postcard collecting references here is a list of postcard publications and books of interest to collectors. German magazine for postcard collectors, published in leipzig by central union of postcard. Sell old postcards selling or consigning your vintage. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Old postcard collections interest collectors of antiques, memorabilia and ephemera. Postcards have found their way around the world for over 150 years now, resulting in an infinite collection of beautiful and fascinating pictures and stories. Im very disappointed and would not have purchased this book if i had seen it in a store. Its not uncommon that someone finds a box of vintage postcards in the attic, or a whole collection that they dont really want to go through one by one. Postcards, sometimes spelled out in two words as post cards, emerged during the late 19th century as national postal systems began to standardize and improve their delivery methods. Collecting one thing or another was a popular hobby for a long time before the postcard came into existence. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. We have a large selection of germany from early states through modern bundespost. The postcards in this book are hard to see as they are not in color and instead are in shades of gray. Our unique formatting allows you to tear off cards individually or flip through them like a book. Pamela is an antique expert and the author of three books on the subject.
A hobby a sampling of artistsigned and topical postcards from 1898 to the present, with an emphasis on childrens themes and fantasy subjects. Postcard history is a free online magazine dedicated to vintage and historic picture postcards and the many stories associated with them we feature richly illustrated articles designed to both inform and entertain postcard collectors. Collectors may find picture postcards at home in boxes, attics, or scrapbooks, generate their own on trips. Vintage postcards for sale antique and retro postcards. Old postcards vintage and antique post cards for collecting. Collection of german postcards relating to the first world war, 1914. Postcard history a magazine for the postcard collector. Up for sale is a limited edition collector s envelope. Home upcoming about articles buy sell music blog links email search site delaware postcards. Book collectors find that postcard collecting is another world.
For anyone who may not know i have a lot of followers from overseas fern is a well known tv personality in the uk and this always comes through in my mind when i read her books. These german picture postcards, dating from 1914 through 1945, represent a small portion of the andrew laurie stangel collection. A german soldiers testimony of the great war irene guenther on. Factors affecting value similar to other types of vintage and antique collectibles, postcard values are based on a specific set of criteria that affect the value of antique and vintage postcards. Its called postcards from the trenches, and its a german soldiers account. Click on the individual thumbnails to learn more about the post card books youre interested in. German magazine for postcard collectors, published in leipzig by central union of postcard collectors issue 1 july 1896.
Stamp collecting books whether youre a veteran philatelist or a beginner, if you dont see one you are looking for just give us a call or send us an email and we will be happy to help. Postcard collecting references old postcards for sale. You might try the following book by krause publications. It is estimated this lesson will take 45 minutes to complete. The seller clearly overcharged for the book in its condition. Looks at the origins and golden era of the picture postcard, presents representative postcards of different varieties. A collectors guide miller s collecting guides 01 by connor, chris isbn. With these references, collectors and dealers can identify and evaluate thousands of different postcards. Nov 10, 2015 some of the most beautiful ways we have found to store sets of postcards. As with so many books for kids these days, the editors seem to be on holiday. Find books like the postcard from the worlds largest community of readers. Collector bookstore is the top source in reference books collectors and dealers of antiques, collectibles, glassware and the like, including both id and price guides. Find many more vintage postcards, retro postcards and old post cards. Browse our postcard history series, which explores the history of an area through vintage and nostalgic postcards.
Our aim is to make it easy for you, whatever your collecting interests, to find all the best websites that are relevant for you. Have lots of old postcards or paper items that youd like to sell. It needs plenty of time, requires an own bigger or access to a ppc collection to compare, a good eye for. Deltiology, the hobby of collecting vintage postcards, is one of the fastestgrowing collectibles hobbies.
Our valuers in the postcard department are jill smith and ben griffin, and colin such acts as a consultant. You might also enjoy our educational and entertaining postcard blog. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Postcard collecting supplies we offer a wide selection of postcard collecting supplies for postcard collectors. This is something only for the diehard ppc collector. Because postcard collectors tend to be collecting different types of cards, postcard collecting is a particularly friendly and noncompetitive hobby.
Professor randall rhoades of ashland, ohio, coined a word in 1945 that became the accepted description of the study of picture postcards. In this readworks minilesson, students read a passage about postcard collectors. Print a collection of vintage postcards and use them as guest cards at a wedding your guests will be delighted writing a message to you on your special day, and youll have a memento to keep. Hitler, nazi party days, heinrich hoffmann, feldpost, house of. Once other collectors know your interests, theyll be on the lookout for cards for you. Even queen victoria is thought to have had her own postcard collection. The postcard camera could take a picture and then print a postcard size negative of the picture, complete with a divided back and place for postage. Postcard valuations find old postcards value at warwick. Vintage postcard with gold gild, path through forest with lily of the valley. Old antique postcards for sale from collection of 2 million vintage collectible post cards for all collecting interests including halloween, sports, ships and artist signed.
I am a postcard dealercollector and file several of my states by county. Antiquevintage old florida postcards an extensive collection of old florida postcards. About postcard collecting the toronto postcard club. German stamps welcome to our portal to german stamp collecting. Home vintage postcards topographical views worldwide. Series of paperbound books of photographs of the belgian army, 19141918.
The book was filled with shocking photographs of the wounded, the mangled, and. Fine art quality postcard, berlin, germany, landmarks. Apos sent from are 394, 772, 152, 396, 339, and 218 myitkyina, burma. Document and color postcard regarding the establishment of the feldherrnhalle cufftitle to unify the army and sa. If you are planning to insure a collection, this postcard grading guide could help you gain a better understanding of the value that needs to be placed on it. The value of old postcards is dependent on a number of factors, including their condition, rarity, age, and subject matter. Over 10,000 books available with more added every day. Postcards, sometimes spelled out in two words as post cards, emerged during the late 19th century. Even queen victoria is thought to have had her own postcard collection, so its certainly a hobby that has both pedigree and time behind it. Worldwide deltiology is the thirdlargest collecting hobby after stamp collecting and coinbanknote collecting. Adolphs main collecting items today are antique postcards with.
Shes written over 400 articles on antique collecting for the spruce crafts. Wondering how to sell your antique postcard collection. This book from 2004 coincided with an exhibition of postcards from this collection which was held at the national portrait gallery in london. German soldiers postcards on display at the printing museum. Perfect for creating a showcase of photos from a recent trip, a new project, or your best instagram snaps.
Get the best deals on collectible german postcards when you shop the largest online selection at. Deltiology is the official term for collecting and studying postcards. This sparked interest among collectors and dealers. Michel stamp catalog books safe collecting supplies. Browse through our categories to find all you need for collecting, storing, protecting, and displaying your postcard collection. For collectors of vintage postcards, old postcards and the antique postcard. Here is an alphabetical list of books about postcards and postcard collecting, and books of postcards, compiled by a librarian, that are currently available. Deltiology is the study and collection of postcards. Postcards have been sent via the postal service since 1840 and are often. Michel provides topquality information for collectors. Postcard history series arcadia publishing history books. We buy hundreds of thousands of vintage cards each year and will pay top dollar for your collection. Of course, these can be used to store photos and greeting cards but since we are a postcard company, that is where our mind always goes.
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