Conversations with Philatelists

Philatelic News Livestream #3 July 2nd, 2021

In their latest weekly livestream every Friday at 11AM EST, Michael and Charles discuss the latest philatelic news, including the Spellman Postal Museum's exhibits in New England Baptist Hospital and the Weston Public Library, recent auction sales, the latest update on the Stanley Gibbon's purchase of the 1c Magenta, and a Show and Tell of some unique fancy cancels on cover from Charles.

Philatelic News Livestream #2 - June 25, 2021

Michael Cortese and Charles Epting of Conversations With Philatelists discuss all of the latest news of the philatelic world on their weekly livestream, Fridays at 9 a.m. Eastern.

This week topics discussed were prices realized for sales at Robert Siegel's Rarity sale, and HR Harmer's sale this week. 

The Yogi Berra First Day event. 

The Cardinal Spellman Museum's open house turnout. 

The American Philatelic Societies "Linking the Past, Present, and Future" moderated by Executive Director Scott English, Friday June 25th from 3-4pm EST
Register now: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/regi.../8792242946491596557

Ep. 58: Karl Rove: The Historical Significance of Campaign Covers

Karl Rove, Former Deputy Chief of Staff to President George W. Bush, discusses his family's history with stamp collecting, his favorite items in his collection, and the historical lessons that can be taught when diving into campaign covers.

Philatelic News Livestream #1 - June 18, 2021

Michael Cortese and Charles Epting of Conversations With Philatelists discuss all of the latest news of the philatelic world on their weekly livestream, Fridays at 9 a.m. Eastern.

This week topics discussed were prices realized for sales at Robert Siegal, Kelleher's "Crimson" sale, Spark, and Eastern. 

Prices realized for Canadian material. 

HR Harmer's upcoming auction.

USPS New Issues. 

National Postal Museum's Book Club
https://www.collectorsclub.org/event/national-postal-museums-inaugural-book-club-event/

 

Graded stamps, should they or shouldn't they? What about graded covers?

 

Cardinal Spellman Museum's Open House

Ep. 57: Stanley Gibbons: Victoria Lajer on the Purchase of the British Guiana 1c

Victoria Lajer, Managing Director of Stanley Gibbons, discusses the company’s recent purchase of the rare British Guiana 1c Magenta, and their intentions for the stamp going forward.

Ep. 56: On Location at Sotheby's: An In-Depth Look at the World's Most Valuable Stamp

In this incredibly special episode, Micheal and Charles visit Sotheby's in New York City to examine the British Guiana 1-Cent Black on Magenta and the Inverted Jenny Plate Block, alongside philatelic consultant Robert Scott. They also speak to numismatic consultant David Tripp about the history behind the 1933 Double Eagle coin. These three treasures owned by Stuart Weitzman are scheduled to go to auction at Sotheby's on Tuesday, June 8th, 2021.

Ep. 55: How to Break Down a Large Stamp Collection

In this special, hands-on episode, Michael and Charles sort through a large, 55-carton stamp collection that is to be split for sale between NobleSpirit and HR Harmer.

Ep. 54: The Importance of Periodicals

Michael and Charles discuss why periodicals are so important to the hobby, and a couple recently published philatelic articles, including; 1868 Production Grills: Why Size Matters by Rex Dean Bishop and The US 5C of 1847: A New Approach to Impressions and Colors by Scott Trepel. They cover topics such as the enigma of the z grill, why philatelists should care about grills, and new ways to classify stamps based on quality of impression.

Ep. 53: Constanze Dennis: On Auction House Management

Constanze Dennis, Managing Director of Grosvenor Auctions, discusses her unusual pathway to her current position, and the responsibilities and challenges that come with it. She also discusses the pleasure of in-person auctioneering, and how to get younger generations involved in philately.

Ep. 52: Dr. Joseph M. Adelman: The Revolutionary Networks of Printer Postmasters

Dr. Joseph M Adelman, an associate professor of History at Framingham State University, discusses his book, Revolutionary Networks: The Business and Politics of Printing the News, 1763-1789, and the influence that postmasters had in the distribution of news in the late 18th century.