Queen Elizabeth II graced our stamps for the past 70 years, so many will be wondering when we will get new stamps, and what will happen to old stamps now that she is no longer on the throne.

Although its prominence has declined since the 1950s and 1960s when over half of all youths had a stamp collection of some kind, the increase in internet e-commerce platforms has led to a plethora of rare stamps being released in recent years.

This is a fun pastime with minimal restrictions, but it's much more than that. For many stamp collectors, collecting stamps is a means to learn about the globe, its numerous countries, its unique histories, stunning artwork, and vibrant cultures.

We are very excited to announce that we will be at this years Midpex on July 3rd. We’re really looking forward to seeing some familiar faces and being able to socialise again with old and new friends who are as excited about philately as we are!

Look and see if you can find which of the countries it is from and try to identify where it is from and the date that the stamp first originated from.

If you are a stamp collector, you may be interested in learning which stamps are considered the five rarest and most valuable stamps worldwide, with the highest bids in Philatelic Stamp history.

Stamps are a significant part of British history in particular (out of the many countries worldwide) with the first postage stamp with one of the highest estimate valuations having been introduced way back in 1840.

While stamp collectors are always hopeful of striking gold by unearthing the next treasure, there are those philatelists who are looking for something beyond the jackpot. Instead they look for stamps that also coincide with their other interests and hobbies.

The present-day Royal Mail is a vast operation supported by a highly sophisticated infrastructure – enabling it to deliver 13 billion letters and 1.3 billion parcels this year.

Postage stamps that feature famous national landmarks are an opportunity to celebrate all the iconic places - both man made and natural - that have shaped our past and continue to inform the present.

Sporting occasions are an opportunity to bring the country together in a shared passion as we all get behind a common cause.

Before coming to a conclusion, valuers need to examine certain features of the stamp, alongside rarity and current market trends.

With rarity and mint condition comes value and so the hunt is on to unearth hidden treasures that may net the owner a small fortune.

It’s been dubbed the world’s most beloved and popular pastime. Philately (better known as stamp collecting) can be traced back to the appearance of the first prepaid postage stamp, the Penny Black, in 1840.

So, if you think your collection is worth some money, we’ve put together a guide explaining which designs attract the most interest from philatelists and how to obtain a good stamp valuation from a reputable dealer.

If you’ve inherited any stampsor you’re simply curious as to what hidden gems might lurk within your own childhood album of treasures, then you might be wondering: what is the process for valuing stamp collections?

Now, it is the turn of comics with the announcement that a series of superhero special stamps will be available in March 2019.

In an age when sentimental declarations can be easily sent with the click of a button, there is something truly meaningful about receiving a thoughtful card or a loving letter through the post.

Rare finds, specialist dealers and world-class collections will feature at an event that has established itself as one of the most important stamp collecting dates in the philately calendar.

Royal Mail has enjoyed a long tradition of celebrating occasions of national significance and marking momentous moments in Great Britain’s history.