About
Allworldstamps.com is Stanley Gibbons' comprehensive online stamp catalogue, serving philatelists and stamp collectors around the world. The platform provides access to an extensive database of stamps spanning hundreds of countries and territories, covering issues from the mid-1800s through to the modern era. Users can perform quick or advanced searches by country, reign, period, or catalogue number to find detailed information, images, and valuations for individual stamps. Beyond browsing, the platform features the Stamp Market — a centralized marketplace where collectors can browse stock from multiple licensed dealers and purchase stamps directly. The integrated 'My Collection' tool allows subscribers to digitally catalogue their holdings, track collection value over time, and maintain a personal wants list. The service is primarily subscription-based, with full access to collection management and catalogue detail available at £49.95 per year through the My Collection plan. It is aimed at hobbyist collectors, serious philatelists, and stamp dealers who need a trusted, authoritative reference supported by the Stanley Gibbons name. The platform covers major collecting areas including Great Britain, Commonwealth, United States, Europe, Asia, and beyond, making it a valuable resource for both research and active buying and selling in the philatelic market.
Key Features
- Global Stamp Catalogue: Search an extensive database of stamps from hundreds of countries and territories, spanning issues from the 1850s to present day.
- Advanced Search: Use quick or advanced search to filter by country, reign, period, or catalogue reference to find exactly the stamp you need.
- My Collection Tool: Digitally catalogue your personal stamp holdings, track collection value, and maintain a wants list through the integrated My Collection platform.
- Stamp Market Marketplace: Browse and purchase stamps from multiple licensed dealers in a single centralized marketplace linked directly to catalogue listings.
- Stamp Valuations: Access up-to-date catalogue values for individual stamps, helping collectors understand what their holdings are worth.
Use Cases
- A hobbyist collector uses the catalogue to identify and value stamps found in an inherited collection, then lists wants through the My Collection tool.
- A philatelic researcher searches for rare historical issues from a specific country and period to verify catalogue numbers and current valuations.
- A stamp dealer lists their inventory on the Stamp Market to reach collectors browsing the Stanley Gibbons catalogue.
- A new collector subscribes to My Collection to digitally track and organize their growing stamp holdings with accurate SG catalogue references.
- An educator uses the catalogue to source imagery and information about historical stamps for lessons on postal history.
Pros
- Authoritative Stanley Gibbons Data: Backed by Stanley Gibbons, the world's most respected philatelic authority, ensuring reliable catalogue numbers, descriptions, and values.
- Comprehensive Global Coverage: Covers stamps from a vast range of countries and historical periods, making it useful for collectors of virtually any specialty.
- Integrated Buy & Sell Marketplace: The Stamp Market connects collectors directly with reputable dealers, streamlining the process of acquiring missing items.
Cons
- Subscription Required for Full Access: Detailed catalogue information, images, and collection management tools require a paid My Collection subscription at £49.95/year.
- No Longer Accepting New Legacy Subscriptions: The original All World Stamps subscription plan is discontinued, requiring users to migrate to the newer My Collection platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allworldstamps.com?
Allworldstamps.com is the official online stamp catalogue from Stanley Gibbons, allowing collectors to search for stamps from any country, view details and images, manage collections, and shop from licensed dealers.
How much does a subscription cost?
A subscription to My Collection, which includes unlimited access to the online catalogue, is available for £49.95 per year.
Can I still use my existing All World Stamps subscription?
Yes, existing subscribers retain unrestricted access for the duration of their current subscription. After it expires, they need to migrate to the My Collection plan.
What is the Stamp Market?
The Stamp Market is a centralized marketplace within Allworldstamps where you can browse stock from multiple stamp dealers and purchase stamps directly.
What countries and periods are covered?
The catalogue covers stamps from across the world including Great Britain, Commonwealth nations, Europe, the Americas, and Asia, with historical issues dating back to the 1850s.
