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In addition to being the two most important artists in music history, Elvis Presley and the Beatles are also the most popular subjects on postage stamps.

Stamp collecting is a relatively easy and inexpensive hobby. There is no specific way to approach it as you could collect stamps in anyway shape or form.

There are other ways to collect stamps other than just single ones, from blocks to souvenir sheets to panes.

Learn how to obtain, clean, dry, and preserve stamps. This article helps beginners to the hobby of Philately with a few hints to help a child begin collecting stamps.

Thematic or topical stamp collecting is increasingly popular amongst serious philatelists and hobby stamp collectors.

Philately can be an extremely enjoyable and educative experience. It requires little investment of time and resources. This articles contains information for beginners.

In honour of Walt Disney's cantankerous canine, Pluto, a number of countries issued philatelic tributes in the early 1980's.

Disney stamps are a natural for the Olympics as they can focus both on the international flavour and competitive enjoyment of the games.

Since the first Disney stamps were issued in 1968, hundreds of beautiful, humorous stamps have been issued to satisfy the collecting desires for all ages.

I'm often asked why I study genealogy or why I research my family tree. I have yet to come up with a reasonable answer, besides "I can't stop".

Gold was the world's currency for ages, and is a very interesting element. Here are key facts about this most unique metal.

While financial aspects of retirement can be daunting, especially in the current economic climate, failing health can be a bigger challenge for those nearing retirement.

Thinking of starting a blog? You'll need a blog topic! Get ideas for blog topics and blog themes for new bloggers who want to earn money blogging on the web!

In 1979, countries all over the world issued stamps to commemorate the International Year of the Child. By far the most impressive of these were the sets of Disney stamps

From the first eight "glasse-men" who came to America in 1608 to the dozens of skilled craftsmen who were making glass in 1776, glassmakers never gave up their quest.

Parents can help with their kid's collections by supporting the hobby, helping him find, display and share his treasures, and keeping it real.

Crafting stamps, following clues, solving puzzles, and hiking all combine in the Old World traditional activity known as letterboxing.

The eagerly anticipated Wizarding World of Harry Potter is being constructed at Universal's Islands of Adventure between the Lost Continent and Jurassic Park.

It's easy to save money on clothes. Freshen up dresses, blouses, coats on the cheap, and be "green," too. Just take a few minutes and change the buttons.

A fond memory of re-enacting favourite scenes from a much loved book or movie is often a driving force behind collecting action figures.

Despite the major motion pictures and the vast amount of merchandise available, Harry Potter is first and foremost about the books.

Stamp collectors are often searching for new, fun and exciting subjects on which to base a topical collection. Harry Potter stamps offer an appealing choice for all ages.

After setting this precedent, Ross was also the first woman to head a federal agency as Director of the United States Mint and changed the way money was processed.

Southwest USA is home to a number of national parks, including Zion, Bryce, Arches, and the Grand Canyon. Pack the family car and explore the splendor of the Southwest.

It can be hard to keep a toddler occupied at large theme parks. However, the people at Walt Disney World, make a rough job slightly easier so that everyone can have fun.

Beautiful, heart-striking native art, works of Aboriginal painters and sculptor composed a small series of postage stamps for Canada Post, issued Christmas 2002.