door In the rich history of Dutch stamps, some stand out due to their exceptional characteristics and stories. One of them is the 10-cent Wilhelmina "Fur Collar" (Dutch: "Bontkraag") stamp (NVPH 83), which, due to its…
From Urgent Messages to Collector’s Items: The Fascinating World of Dutch Telegram Stamps
Telegram stamps, a somewhat forgotten category of stamps, once played an important role in the communication systems of many countries around the world. These specific…
door It is not every day that an envelope is a true work of art and that it is offered at a stamp auction. Of course,…
The period of the mid-19th century marked a crucial phase in the development of overland postal services between Europe and the Dutch East Indies, particularly…
This is a word in dialect from the region of Twente. It is the name given to craftsmen, mainly from the village of Vriezenveen, who…
These days philately is no longer just about the stamp or the envelope. Social philately is becoming increasingly important. Social philately is mainly about the…
Political propaganda in the Netherlands on Dutch stamps and postal history
Social Philately Political propaganda in the Netherlands on Dutch stamps and postal history Part I: Before the Second World War (a) This serial of three…
In the old days workers for P.T.T. started young and had a life long career at the post office. Newcomers got a good training and…
door Sending a telegram used to be the best way to get a message across quickly. In the age of the (steam) ship it could take…
The 1944 Amsterdam Postcard to Theresienstadt: A Rare Historical Artifact
The postcard sent from Amsterdam to Theresienstadt in 1944 is more than just a piece…
A notable item in the auction catalog of René Hillesum Filatelie on November 30, 2024,…
During the First World War (1914–1918), tens of thousands of foreign soldiers and civilians were…
The Story of Ivo van Voorst van Beest: A Journey Through the Darkest Days of WWII
During the tumultuous years of World War II, many individuals found themselves caught in the…
Updated January 7. Sender address is Fawkner Park. This is the back of the building…
After the Japanese occupation of Dutch East Indies, Dutch soldiers used to send postcards for…
The 1944 Amsterdam Postcard to Theresienstadt: A Rare Historical Artifact
Groningen watercolour by Herman Misset surfaces after 114 years
From Urgent Messages to Collector’s Items: The Fascinating World of Dutch Telegram Stamps