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Is Stamp Collecting Dead. Is stamp collecting truly a dying hobby, or is it an enduring passion that continues to thrive in its unique way? Stamp collecting is not dead, but rather, enjoying a robust resurgence. Stamp collecting, also known as philately, is dying, albeit a long, slow death. But if you build a. However, in recent decades, the prevalence of email, online bill pay, and declining mail volume has led some to believe stamp collecting is a dying hobby. Stamp collecting was perceived as outdated, and relegated to an older generation. This is because supply is mainly a function of collector death or a major dealer’s impending retirement. “philately will be dead in 20 years,” became a common refrain. Prices for most vintage stamps have plummeted, the average age of a stamp collector is over 60, and the volume of physical mail has collapsed. Fewer people being exposed to stamps means the hobby of stamp collecting is experiencing a decline in popularity. I would agree that 5+ years ago, stamps were nearly doa. In years past, price discovery had. You know the catalogue value is wrong. 90% or more of stamps collectors will lose money because most do it for fun.

You know the catalogue value is wrong. This is because supply is mainly a function of collector death or a major dealer’s impending retirement. In years past, price discovery had. But if you build a. “philately will be dead in 20 years,” became a common refrain. I would agree that 5+ years ago, stamps were nearly doa. However, in recent decades, the prevalence of email, online bill pay, and declining mail volume has led some to believe stamp collecting is a dying hobby. Stamp collecting, also known as philately, is dying, albeit a long, slow death. Is stamp collecting truly a dying hobby, or is it an enduring passion that continues to thrive in its unique way? Stamp collecting is not dead, but rather, enjoying a robust resurgence.

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Is Stamp Collecting Dead Is stamp collecting truly a dying hobby, or is it an enduring passion that continues to thrive in its unique way? Is stamp collecting truly a dying hobby, or is it an enduring passion that continues to thrive in its unique way? This is because supply is mainly a function of collector death or a major dealer’s impending retirement. Prices for most vintage stamps have plummeted, the average age of a stamp collector is over 60, and the volume of physical mail has collapsed. In years past, price discovery had. You know the catalogue value is wrong. However, in recent decades, the prevalence of email, online bill pay, and declining mail volume has led some to believe stamp collecting is a dying hobby. 90% or more of stamps collectors will lose money because most do it for fun. Stamp collecting, also known as philately, is dying, albeit a long, slow death. I would agree that 5+ years ago, stamps were nearly doa. “philately will be dead in 20 years,” became a common refrain. Stamp collecting was perceived as outdated, and relegated to an older generation. Fewer people being exposed to stamps means the hobby of stamp collecting is experiencing a decline in popularity. Stamp collecting is not dead, but rather, enjoying a robust resurgence. But if you build a.