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what is philatelic Fraud?
1. Replicas
A copy or duplicate of a Stamp
especially a stamp on a smaller or larger scale
than the original
2. Facsimiles
An exact copy or likeness of a stamp
an exact representation
3. Reproductions
Copies of Stamps and postal history
4. copy
A reproduction or imitation of an original stamp
5. Fakes
Stamps that are not genuine
6. Counterfeits
An imitation of a stamp, a cancellation, or any variety of
postal history intended to be passed off fraudulently or deceptively as genuine
7. Forgery
stamps produced for fraudulent and deceitful purposes
a direct copy of an existing stamp
8. defraud
To deprive any stamp collector of stamps by deception,
either by action or the process of fraudulently taking stamps,
or by dishonestly withholding stamps or any stamp collection
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to cheat, or beguile anyone to sell a valuable stamp collection
by attempting to convince them that their stamp collection is
worth much less than it actually is
9. Philatelic Judges Misconduct
philatelic judging Misconduct includes conduct prejudicial to the effective administration of the business of philatelic exhibiting, such as falsification of facts, using the judge's position to obtain special treatment for stamp exhibitors, friends or relatives, accepting bribes or gifts, having improper discussions with parties involved in an exhibit dispute, and treating exhibitors in a hostile manner.
A philatelic judge's misconduct also involves accepting bribes or gifts related to judging decisions, treating exhibitors unfairly, or failing to adhere to the standards of impartiality and fairness expected in philatelic exhibit judging.
The American Philatelic Society provides accreditation for judges who have been recognized by the Committee on Accreditation of National Exhibitions and Judges (CANEJ) or have registered as apprentice judges.
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Philatelic judging involves evaluating stamp exhibits based on established criteria to determine their quality and value. Judges assess aspects like presentation, treatment, research, rarity, and condition of the stamps and related materials. The goal is to identify exhibits that excel in conveying a compelling story, showcasing knowledge, and demonstrating careful preparation. Key aspects of philatelic judging:
Presentation: This includes the overall visual appeal, clarity of the title, and the flow of information within the exhibit. Treatment: How the exhibitor presents their story, including the clarity of purpose, scope, and organizational structure. Research and Knowledge: The depth and accuracy of the information presented, as well as any new findings or conclusions. Rarity and Condition: The significance of the stamps or materials, including their rarity and the level of preservation. Importance: The overall significance of the exhibit to the field of philately and to the subject matter.
Judging criteria and scoring:
Judges typically assess exhibits using a point system, with specific weights assigned to each criterion.
Exhibits are evaluated on a scale, with scores reflecting their overall quality and the strengths in each area. The "big 4" criteria (Presentation, Treatment, Research, and Rarity) are the primary means of assessment in the United States, according to the American Philatelic Society. International exhibitions often follow the rules of the Fédération Internationale de Philatélie (FIP).
Types of philatelic exhibits:
Open Philately: This includes exhibits focusing on specific countries, themes, or historical periods.
Thematic Exhibiting:Exhibits that tell a story through the use of stamps and related materials, often with a specific theme. Topical Exhibiting:Exhibits that focus on a specific subject or topic, using stamps as illustrations. Display Exhibits:Exhibits that focus on the presentation of rare or significant stamps and related materials.
Judges and their role:
Judges are typically philatelists with expertise in judging and exhibiting.
Some judges are accredited by the FIP to judge at FIP-endorsed exhibitions. Some judges are not accredited. Judges need to be knowledgeable about philatelic materials, exhibit types, and evaluation criteria. Some judges are not knowledgeable. The American Philatelic Society (APS) provides resources for both judges and exhibitors.
Presentation: This includes the overall visual appeal, clarity of the title, and the flow of information within the exhibit. Treatment: How the exhibitor presents their story, including the clarity of purpose, scope, and organizational structure. Research and Knowledge: The depth and accuracy of the information presented, as well as any new findings or conclusions. Rarity and Condition: The significance of the stamps or materials, including their rarity and the level of preservation. Importance: The overall significance of the exhibit to the field of philately and to the subject matter.
Judging criteria and scoring:
Judges typically assess exhibits using a point system, with specific weights assigned to each criterion.
Exhibits are evaluated on a scale, with scores reflecting their overall quality and the strengths in each area. The "big 4" criteria (Presentation, Treatment, Research, and Rarity) are the primary means of assessment in the United States, according to the American Philatelic Society. International exhibitions often follow the rules of the Fédération Internationale de Philatélie (FIP).
Types of philatelic exhibits:
Open Philately: This includes exhibits focusing on specific countries, themes, or historical periods.
Thematic Exhibiting:Exhibits that tell a story through the use of stamps and related materials, often with a specific theme. Topical Exhibiting:Exhibits that focus on a specific subject or topic, using stamps as illustrations. Display Exhibits:Exhibits that focus on the presentation of rare or significant stamps and related materials.
Judges and their role:
Judges are typically philatelists with expertise in judging and exhibiting.
Some judges are accredited by the FIP to judge at FIP-endorsed exhibitions. Some judges are not accredited. Judges need to be knowledgeable about philatelic materials, exhibit types, and evaluation criteria. Some judges are not knowledgeable. The American Philatelic Society (APS) provides resources for both judges and exhibitors.
10. Philatelic Expertising Fraud
Philatelic expertising is a process where an authority provides an opinion on whether a philatelic item is genuine and whether it has been repaired or altered in any way. This is crucial because forging and faking of stamps is common in the philatelic marketplace, and buyers often demand expert certificates before purchasing valuable items.
Fraud in philatelic expertising can occur when an expert or expertizing group issues false certificates, either knowingly or due to errors. Such fraud can significantly impact the value and authenticity of philatelic items. For instance, Jean de Sperati, a master forger in philately, created forgeries of the 10 cent black, one of the first United States postal issues, in 1847. These forgeries can be identified by two small flaws.
To prevent fraud, expertizing groups like the Philatelic Foundation, American Philatelic Society, and others maintain rigorous standards and employ multiple reviewers to examine each item thoroughly. They also maintain extensive libraries of fakes and forgeries and use advanced equipment such as X-ray fluorescence and spectro-photometry for analysis.
The Philatelic Foundation, for example, guarantees its opinions and offers compensation up to $5000 if a genuine item is proven to be counterfeit, altered, or misidentified after being certified as genuine. This guarantee helps to build trust and reduce the risk of fraud in the philatelic community.
However, conflicting expert opinions can still occur, and the genuineness of an item can sometimes be challenged. In some cases, further research has shown that items previously considered forgeries are actually genuine, or vice versa.
Philatelic Foundation: Provides expertizing services and issues certificates for submitted items. They have a guarantee for their opinions and offer compensation for proven errors. American Philatelic Society (APS): Offers an expertizing service for U.S. and foreign stamps and covers. Their service includes a guarantee and a detailed examination process. Philatelic Stamp Authentication and Grading (PSAG): Expertizes U.S. and Canadian philatelic items and offers grading services. They provide tracking for submitted items and have a 20-day express service option. These expertizing groups play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of the philatelic market by providing reliable certifications and reducing the risk of fraud.
To prevent fraud, expertizing groups like the Philatelic Foundation, American Philatelic Society, and others maintain rigorous standards and employ multiple reviewers to examine each item thoroughly. They also maintain extensive libraries of fakes and forgeries and use advanced equipment such as X-ray fluorescence and spectro-photometry for analysis.
The Philatelic Foundation, for example, guarantees its opinions and offers compensation up to $5000 if a genuine item is proven to be counterfeit, altered, or misidentified after being certified as genuine. This guarantee helps to build trust and reduce the risk of fraud in the philatelic community.
However, conflicting expert opinions can still occur, and the genuineness of an item can sometimes be challenged. In some cases, further research has shown that items previously considered forgeries are actually genuine, or vice versa.
Philatelic Foundation: Provides expertizing services and issues certificates for submitted items. They have a guarantee for their opinions and offer compensation for proven errors. American Philatelic Society (APS): Offers an expertizing service for U.S. and foreign stamps and covers. Their service includes a guarantee and a detailed examination process. Philatelic Stamp Authentication and Grading (PSAG): Expertizes U.S. and Canadian philatelic items and offers grading services. They provide tracking for submitted items and have a 20-day express service option. These expertizing groups play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of the philatelic market by providing reliable certifications and reducing the risk of fraud.
11. Fake Stamp Certificates
Fake stamp expertising certificates are a concern in the philatelic community as they can deceive collectors and dealers. Expertising services are crucial for verifying the authenticity and condition of stamps, but the possibility of fake certificates adds another layer of complexity. Some expertising bodies, like Professional Stamp Experts (PSE), provide guarantees for their certificates, ensuring that the stamps are genuine and correctly graded.
However, collectors should be cautious and review which expertising body issued the certificate, as not all bodies are equally reputable.
Why submit a stamp for expertising?
To mitigate the risk of fake certificates, it is advisable to buy from trusted philatelic professionals and to verify that the certificate belongs to the corresponding item and that the condition of the stamp has not changed since the issuance of the certificate (Why submit a stamp for expertising? Additionally, collectors should be aware that even experts can make mistakes, and most services are prepared to explain the reasons behind their decisions and may reconsider when presented with a reasonable case.
In summary, while expertising services are essential for verifying the authenticity of stamps, collectors must remain vigilant and verify the credibility of the expertising body to avoid being misled by fake certificates.
To mitigate the risk of fake certificates, it is advisable to buy from trusted philatelic professionals and to verify that the certificate belongs to the corresponding item and that the condition of the stamp has not changed since the issuance of the certificate (Why submit a stamp for expertising? Additionally, collectors should be aware that even experts can make mistakes, and most services are prepared to explain the reasons behind their decisions and may reconsider when presented with a reasonable case.
In summary, while expertising services are essential for verifying the authenticity of stamps, collectors must remain vigilant and verify the credibility of the expertising body to avoid being misled by fake certificates.
Remember!
High prices for stamps encourage the creation and sale of fakes and forgeries, the desire to own rare and important stamps blinds buyers to the need to question their authenticity,
philatelic fraudsters and stamp crooks canvas and occupy dealer tables at stamp showsstamp auction firms and even stamp clubs Contact the american philatelic society (APS) the american stamp dealers association (ASDA) the United States postal service postal inspection service (USPIS) local law enforcement & the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) if you suspect stamp fraud & deception
stamp Buyers & Sellers beware!Caveat Emptor - Caveat venditor!
High prices for stamps encourage the creation and sale of fakes and forgeries, the desire to own rare and important stamps blinds buyers to the need to question their authenticity,
philatelic fraudsters and stamp crooks canvas and occupy dealer tables at stamp showsstamp auction firms and even stamp clubs Contact the american philatelic society (APS) the american stamp dealers association (ASDA) the United States postal service postal inspection service (USPIS) local law enforcement & the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) if you suspect stamp fraud & deception
stamp Buyers & Sellers beware!Caveat Emptor - Caveat venditor!
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The
Washington-Franklins
1908-1922
The Elvis Stamp show
First Day of Issue
January 8th 1993 - Tupelo, Mississippi
The Birthplace Of Elvis Presley
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The Most Valuable
Elvis Presley First Day Cover
in the World
The Very First To Be Issued January 8th 1993 Signed By Priscilla Presley, The Postmaster General of The United States Anthony Frank, Sam Phillips, Jerry Schilling, Artist Mark Stutzman, George Klein, County Mayor Bill Morris, Frank P. Brennan Jr., General Manager of the Media Relations Division of The United States Postal Service, Bill McAllister, Philatelic Journalist for The Washington Post, and Mark McEwen, host of CBS This Morning. The Upper Left Corner of the Flap Signed by Graceland CEO and General Manager Jack Soden.
Glenn Miller
b. March 4th 1904 - d. December 15th 1944
Musician & bandleader
killed in the second world war
Stamp First Day of Issue - September 11, 1996
The Glenn Miller Orchestra
"I've Got a Gal In kalamazoo"
From The 1942 20th Century fox Movie
"Orchestra Wives"
