About
Postage Stamp Guide (PSG) is a dedicated online platform for philatelists and hobbyists looking to explore, research, and manage their postage stamp collections. The site covers Canadian and US stamps in depth, offering a searchable catalogue organized by year, title, series, and province. A standout feature is the historical provincial stamps section, which showcases stamps issued by Canadian provinces before they joined the Dominion of Canada — covering British Columbia, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and New Brunswick. Beyond browsing and research, PSG offers registered users the ability to build a personal digital collection inventory. Once stamps are added, the platform automatically calculates the total value of the collection using its up-to-date pricing database, and that value updates dynamically as market prices change over time — making it a practical tool for both casual collectors and serious investors monitoring their holdings. The platform also includes a coin section for numismatists, broadening its appeal to general antique and collectibles enthusiasts. PSG is structured around tiered plans, offering basic access for free with premium collection-tracking features available through a paid subscription. Whether you are a new collector looking to learn the history behind stamps or a seasoned philatelist wanting to appraise and organize an existing collection, Postage Stamp Guide provides the cataloguing and valuation tools to do it all in one place.
Key Features
- Searchable Stamp Catalogue: Browse and search Canadian and US stamps by year, title, series, or province to quickly find any stamp in the database.
- Collection Value Tracker: Create a personal inventory of your stamps and PSG automatically calculates and displays the total monetary value of your collection.
- Live Pricing Updates: Stamp prices are tracked over time, so your collection's calculated value stays current as market prices change.
- Provincial Stamps Browser: Explore rare historical stamps issued by Canadian provinces before they joined the Dominion of Canada, including Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, and more.
- Multi-collectible Support: In addition to stamps, PSG includes a coin section, making it a broader resource for antique and collectible enthusiasts.
Use Cases
- Track and monitor the monetary value of a personal postage stamp collection in real time using live pricing data.
- Research the history and details of specific Canadian or US stamps by searching the catalogue by year, title, or series.
- Digitally organize and catalogue an existing stamp collection for easy reference and inventory management.
- Explore rare historical provincial stamps issued by Canadian provinces before Confederation.
- Appraise the potential resale or insurance value of a stamp collection without needing a professional evaluator.
Pros
- Comprehensive North American Coverage: Covers both Canadian and US stamps as well as rare pre-Confederation provincial issues, making it one of the most thorough English-language stamp catalogues online.
- Automatic Value Calculation: The collection tracker eliminates manual appraisal work by automatically computing and updating your portfolio's total value using live pricing data.
- Easy to Use with No Technical Skills Required: The web-based interface is straightforward and accessible to collectors of all experience levels without any software to install.
Cons
- Limited to Canada and the US: The catalogue currently only covers North American stamps, so collectors of international or worldwide stamps will not find coverage for their collections.
- Full Features Require a Paid Plan: Advanced collection tracking and value monitoring are locked behind a subscription, which may deter casual users who only want basic access.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which countries' stamps does PSG cover?
Postage Stamp Guide currently covers stamps from Canada and the United States, including historical stamps issued by Canadian provinces before they joined the Dominion of Canada.
How does the collection value tracker work?
After creating an account and adding your stamps to your personal collection list, PSG automatically calculates the total value using its internal pricing database. As prices change over time, your collection's displayed value updates accordingly.
Is there a free version of Postage Stamp Guide?
Yes, PSG offers free access to browse and search the stamp catalogue. Creating and tracking a personal collection with live valuations requires signing up for one of the paid plans.
Can I search stamps by province or series?
Yes. You can search stamps by year, title, province, and series, giving you multiple ways to locate specific stamps within the catalogue.
What are provincial stamps?
Provincial stamps are postage stamps that were issued by individual Canadian provinces before those provinces officially joined the Dominion of Canada. PSG catalogues provincial stamps from British Columbia, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and New Brunswick.
