As interest grows in alternative investments, it's likewise growing in tangible assets, such as rare coins and stamps. But does one need to be a collector in order to invest in these assets? "This is ...

Sometimes truth truly does rival fiction, as Charles Deaton describes in his book, “The Great Texas Stamp Collection.” The subtitle helps sum up the tale: “How some stubborn Texas Confederate ...

Here’s something for serious stamp collectors only. This summer, philatelists will have a chance to snag the rarest US stamp ever: the 1868 one-cent “Z-grill.” Interested? It’ll cost you (more than) a ...

If you’ve ever come across an old stamp collection and wondered if it might be worth something, you’re not alone. Collecting vintage stamps isn’t just a charming pastime—it can also uncover hidden ...

Bond guru Bill Gross is exiting one of his long-standing investments and is giving all the proceeds to charity. That investment is rare U.S. stamps, which Gross has been collecting since 1993. "It's ...

Queen Elizabeth is well-known for collecting corgis, horses, and brightly colored outfits, but royal fans may not realize that she’s also an avid stamp enthusiast. The 94-year-old monarch is quite ...

NEW YORK - "The holy grail of coins" and two of the world’s most valuable items in stamp-collecting are going up for auction next week in New York and could sell for a combined $37 million. The three ...

A Christmas stamp over 50 years old could be sold for over £500 thanks to an unusual printing mishap. The three pence stamp depicting an angel from Heaven – one of just 24 unused examples in existence ...