About
My Valuable Stamp Collection is a dedicated digital stamp album app for iPhone and iPad, priced at $0.99. Designed for philatelists of all levels, the app provides a structured way to catalog every stamp in a collection with rich detail fields including denomination, year, condition, country, Scott number, grade, gum, margins, perforations, paper type, faults, and more. Users can sort their stamps by denomination, year, quantity, and value, or group them by year, country, and denomination for quick reference. Each stamp entry supports image capture, and stamps can be viewed in detail with pinch-to-zoom and pan gestures for close inspection. The app includes customizable reference lists for all key stamp attributes — users can add or remove entries from these lists to match their collection's needs. A long-press gesture shortcut system allows updating reference data directly from the add/edit screens without navigating away. Stamps can be shared as PDF exports, including images. Recent updates have improved iOS compatibility, export reliability, search across multiple fields simultaneously, and app-wide color theming. The app is suited for hobbyist collectors wanting a straightforward, offline-capable solution to track the value and status of their philatelic assets on a mobile device.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Stamp Cataloging: Log stamps with detailed fields including denomination, year, Scott number, condition, grade, gum, paper, perforations, country, series, and faults.
- Flexible Sorting & Grouping: Sort stamps by denomination, year, quantity, or value, and group them by year, country, or denomination for organized browsing.
- Image Viewer with Zoom: Double-tap or use the zoom button to view stamp images in detail; pinch to resize and drag to pan for close inspection.
- Customizable Reference Lists: Maintain editable reference lists for condition, grade, gum, margins, paper, perforations, and more — with long-press shortcuts to update lists directly from add/edit screens.
- PDF Export & Sharing: Export your grouped stamp collection as PDF files — including stamp images — for easy sharing or record-keeping.
Use Cases
- Hobbyist philatelists cataloging a personal stamp collection with full detail fields for condition, grade, and provenance.
- Collectors tracking the monetary value of their stamps over time by logging and updating valuations per entry.
- Stamp collectors organizing their inventory by country or series to identify gaps or duplicates in themed collections.
- Users preparing a shareable or printable record of their collection for insurance, sale, or gifting purposes via PDF export.
- Philatelists referencing standardized condition and grading terminology through the app's built-in customizable reference lists.
Pros
- Affordable One-Time Price: At $0.99 with no subscription, it offers a low barrier to entry for hobbyist collectors.
- Detailed Attribute Tracking: Supports a wide range of philatelic-specific fields that specialized collectors need, beyond simple name/value entries.
- Active Development: The developer regularly releases updates, including iOS compatibility fixes, UI improvements, and new usability features.
Cons
- Backup & Transfer Reliability Issues: User reviews report problems with file backup and data transfer between devices, which could put collection data at risk.
- Low App Store Rating: The app holds a 2.7/5 rating with limited reviews, reflecting user frustration with stability and data management.
- iOS Only: Available only for iPhone and iPad; macOS support is listed but not verified, with no Android or web version available.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does My Valuable Stamp Collection cost?
The app is available on the App Store for a one-time purchase of $0.99 with no recurring subscription fees.
What devices does the app support?
It is designed for iPhone and iPad running iOS. A macOS version is listed but noted as 'not verified for macOS' by Apple.
Can I add images of my stamps?
Yes. You can attach photos to each stamp entry and view them with pinch-to-zoom and pan gestures. On iOS 16 and later, you can also paste images directly from your clipboard.
How can I organize my stamps?
Stamps can be sorted by denomination, year, quantity, or value, and grouped by year, country, or denomination. You can also search across denomination, year, Scott number, and value simultaneously.
Can I export or share my collection?
Yes. The app supports exporting grouped stamp data as PDF files that include stamp images, which can be shared via standard iOS sharing options.
