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Saving items to the basket
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Stamps for sale
Stamps for sale on this site relate mainly to single stamps for the specialised collector of Queen Elizabeth II Machin definitive stamp issues. If you are unfamiliar with these stamps visit the guides section where you can view the guides. The guides cover such topics as - Direction of print, papers, gums, perforators, phosphors/fluor's and how to identify the different varieties.
For an in depth analysis of Machin stamps you will need to purchase either the Deegam Complete Machin Handbook (Contact Douglas Myall) or the Machin Collectors Club Machin Catalogue (Contact Melvyn Philpott).
Basket not shown next to item price
If a price is shown but the basket is not available, this item is currently out of stock and not available to order. If you place an order via the postal service please do not add these items to your order.
Queries
Should you have a query regarding a certain stamp with the intention of purchasing please do not hesitate in contacting me and I will be happy to answer any questions you may have. I do not have the time to answer in depth queries regarding Machin stamps or phosphor/fluor varieties, you will need to purchase one of the catalogues mentioned above or visit the guides section of this web site.
Emails
I will not accept email attachments unless prior arrangements have been made or you have placed an order in the past and are known to me. Attachments from unknown sources will be deleted on the server.
Broken links
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