warm3 wrote:

I have always found the best way is to seek the help of the reliable dealers. I'm sure they could help.
Tony

hi Tony.
Go to his auction page and do a $3.00 buynow.Contact details are then provided.
Regards Paul.

rebel58 - 2010-03-03 07:45:00

donaldo wrote:

try len jury new zealand stamp catalogue in search bar above

Thank You donaldo, have just done the search and purchased one.

crystalmatrix - 2010-03-03 08:46:00

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fredrika - 2010-03-05 08:04:00

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donaldo - 2010-03-05 20:48:00

Donaldo - I will be waiting with eagerness on the arrivial of the perforation guide ... It should get here today

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fredrika - 2010-03-06 10:38:00

fredrika wrote:

Experts, please go to the other side and see 'an interesting posting' - your ideas appreciated, (not here), thanks.

If the 'other side' is not an auction site please name the planet !?

philafarinz - 2010-03-06 12:47:00

some other forum place that has to do with a certain topic where it does not cost to be a member

bdreid10 - 2010-03-06 13:29:00

bdreid10 wrote:

some other forum place that has to do with a certain topic where it does not cost to be a member

If the other 'forum place' is not attached to an auction site, surely it can be mentioned. If it is criticism of this site then so be it.

On the other hand if these cryptic message are meant for other obvious enlightened members - have a good day.

philafarinz - 2010-03-06 13:45:00

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fredrika - 2010-03-06 13:52:00

fredrika wrote:

Philafarinz you may join too. It is not an auction site or a site where sales are made, it is for general discussion of philately, but when mentioned here it usually gets deleted by the moderators. I will have a go and see what happens. Try stamps.freeforums.org

Thank you 'fredrika'
That forum is an independent forum not linked to an auction and as far as I am aware free responsible text is allowed in such forums.

philafarinz - 2010-03-06 14:02:00

We seem to be having the problem of the posts disappearing if it is posted ... although I think there is one link to it still around ... so I will apologize for the cryptics

bdreid10 - 2010-03-06 14:08:00

No need for apologies 'bdreid10' and am all for foul-mouthed and personal attack-posts to be deleted.

As this is a community forum, communication should be between members as it is attached to an auction site.
Criticism should be directed at TradeMe direct from the member as it would otherwise be construed as bad gossip.

philafarinz - 2010-03-06 14:51:00

Still waiting for my Perforation Guide .... Monday maybe ... come on NZ Post ...

bdreid10 - 2010-03-06 15:51:00

Hi 'bdreid'
There is also 'PERFOmaster' with which you can check perf via the programme on the net.

Google and you just need to practise. Perhaps it could work for you.

Erich

philafarinz - 2010-03-07 12:21:00

Sorry to be a bore again but further to my disaster with the trader who has disappeared...I contacted TM several days ago to complain about that trader and outline what had happened. Do they acknowledge or do I just wait till they do something?

grongy - 2010-03-08 19:15:00

pass ... but my perforation guide arrived today ... cheers Donaldo.

TM i think have no interest in us minions making their millions

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nzwgtn12 - 2010-03-08 21:03:00

muddler wrote:

I just sold my 1st stamp too was great a 60's xmas with a flaw. it kinda made up for not being able to use my knees after sitting on the floor sorting stamp!

are stamps with flaws worth something I have heaps of them from my Dad??? sheets of them??

xtine17 - 2010-03-08 21:18:00

Does any one else agree with me?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Community/MessageBoard/Messages.asp
x?id=205953

I think there is a need for a sub catergory for Alternative Post stamps.

what007 - 2010-03-09 08:39:00

grongy wrote:

Sorry to be a bore again but further to my disaster with the trader who has disappeared...I contacted TM several days ago to complain about that trader and outline what had happened. Do they acknowledge or do I just wait till they do something?

Is this the one who has ripped off heaps of people under 3 other user names and now supposedly fled the country. TM should respond to your complaint within 12-24 hours. Try phoning them. It may be worth it to get an immediate answer.

what007 - 2010-03-09 08:42:00

xtine17 wrote:

are stamps with flaws worth something I have heaps of them from my Dad??? sheets of them??

Yes they are.
I would advise you to let your fingers do the walking ,Yellow pages,Google etc and get qualified input from a local Stamp Club/Society or from Stamp Dealers.

rebel58 - 2010-03-09 09:24:00

what007 wrote:

Is this the one who has ripped off heaps of people under 3 other user names and now supposedly fled the country. TM should respond to your complaint within 12-24 hours. Try phoning them. It may be worth it to get an immediate answer.

Don't expect too much as Trademe and the Police have been warned about the above mentioned numerous times in the last 6 months and have done nothing.It is too late now kiss your money and stamps goodbye.I have gleamed this information mainly from Scambusters and the local Philatelic grapevine in Christchurch and stand to be corrected.I also believe that the NZSDA had a warning about him circulated to its members some months ago perhaps a Dealer could confirm?
Regards Paul.

Edited by rebel58 at 9:42 am, Tue 9 Mar

rebel58 - 2010-03-09 09:31:00

what007 wrote:

Is this the one who has ripped off heaps of people under 3 other user names and now supposedly fled the country. TM should respond to your complaint within 12-24 hours. Try phoning them. It may be worth it to get an immediate answer.

I cut and pasted this from the Scambusters Site.It may be of help?

Anyone Scammed by the German fraudster via the Dr.Card TM account can contact David Bedenknecht through his following website:

www.nzdirectory.co.nz

The account is registered to David Bedenknecht and under TM's TOS & T&C, he is primarily responsible for all use of his TM account whether by himself personally or in his Fraudster Father having use of it

rebel58 - 2010-03-09 09:56:00

Gosh, just as well some people are on to it. I could of been one of those unfortunate buyers ripped off had it not been for TMG.

I feel sorry for ANY trader caught in a scam and that fact that TM have been aware and this has still happened is horrid.

what007 - 2010-03-09 11:28:00

rebel58 wrote:

Yes they are.
I would advise you to let your fingers do the walking ,Yellow pages,Google etc and get qualified input from a local Stamp Club/Society or from Stamp Dealers.

thanks I also have books of all his spares bucket load... he collected everything my mum had over 100 old clocks in working order go figure

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donaldo - 2010-03-11 11:27:00

I am an overall collector .... but anything with a train on it is a bonus as I am nutty about trains, unfortunately I have just been made redundant (found out last thursday), but going for a job interview tomorrow (quick and the dead ... first in first served) so budget tight at the moment.

Actually make that transport ... nutty over cars too.

bdreid10 - 2010-03-11 18:35:00

donaldo wrote:

well WHAT are people collecting nowdays as i need to sell a lifetime collection/accumulation!!--it would help if we knew your particular interests

Hi Donaldo,

If you NEED to sell your lifetime colletion the choice can be quick and painless - auction house or sell cheap on an internet auction.
I guess you still want a 'your fair price' though, for what you have to offer.

Well described Country collections, total catalogue value at an interesting price may be a catcher.

Erich

philafarinz - 2010-03-11 20:36:00

I have a 1996 s/a 40c Lake Wakatipu perf 10, how do I tell if it is Phosphorised paper?

The white on the stamp is a slightly off white colour where the other stamps in the set that I have the white is a definate white. Is this the difference?

bdreid10 - 2010-03-12 10:04:00

bdreid10 wrote:

I have a 1996 s/a 40c Lake Wakatipu perf 10, how do I tell if it is Phosphorised paper?

Hi 'bdreid10'

You do have a UV lamp !

Phosphorised surfaced paper shows up bright yellow to low yellow pigmentation. The key here is yellow.

Anything else that shows 'lit-up' in different grades, is styled fluorescent paper as per manufacturer.
The fluorescents may alter or transfer when used copies are washed.

Plain paper would show up darkish grey under a UV lamp.

Erich

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basilfawty - 2010-03-12 18:45:00

basilfawty wrote:

1i have two stamps with Hitler on then. I just want to know are there many around. doe5 any one know/

Yes, there are many around, not worth much if not mint never hinged.

philafarinz - 2010-03-12 21:20:00

i am 23 and got a colletion given to me from my grandma were in chch could i get it valued thanks

h8glos - 2010-03-12 21:33:00

h8glos wrote:

i am 23 and got a colletion given to me from my grandma were in chch could i get it valued thanks

Search the YP (yellow pages) for a stamp dealer in chchch.

philafarinz - 2010-03-12 21:42:00

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skilling-stamps - 2010-03-13 08:56:00

skilling-stamps wrote:

R.I.P jim1930stamps. 25/03/30--11.03.2010. info for those that traded with dad here or on ebay and for those that knew dad through his business.

My condolence to the Skilling family. I have dealt with Jim over many years and he will be missed by all collectors. Tony

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donaldo - 2010-03-13 12:04:00

skilling-stamps wrote:

R.I.P jim1930stamps. 25/03/30--11.03.2010. info for those that traded with dad here or on ebay and for those that knew dad through his business.

Dear skilling-stamps, My heartfelt condolences to the family.
I have never met the gentleman and as Donaldo said he was from the old school the void may never be filled.

philafarinz - 2010-03-13 17:43:00

philafarinz wrote:

Hi 'bdreid10'

You do have a UV lamp !

Phosphorised surfaced paper shows up bright yellow to low yellow pigmentation. The key here is yellow.

Anything else that shows 'lit-up' in different grades, is styled fluorescent paper as per manufacturer.
The fluorescents may alter or transfer when used copies are washed.

Plain paper would show up darkish grey under a UV lamp.

Erich

Unfortunately I do not have a UV lamp ... will add that to my shopping list.

For those that read further up that I had been made redundant ... I had a job interview on Friday arvo and start on the 22nd. Hello stamp budget.

Edited by bdreid10 at 6:47 pm, Sat 13 Mar

bdreid10 - 2010-03-13 18:44:00

skilling-stamps wrote:

R.I.P jim1930stamps. 25/03/30--11.03.2010. info for those that traded with dad here or on ebay and for those that knew dad through his business.

My condolonces for your loss skilling.

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burlio - 2010-03-14 16:47:00

Ok here is a curly one ... I have in my hot little hands from the library a SG 2008 cat A - C, look at the Cameroun section it finishes in 1995 ... but this is a 2008 catalogue, same goes for the SG website - no stamps listed after 1995, even when it changed to Cameroon which is the same place as far as I know and I have two 1996 Republic of Cameroon stamps, one is olympic games issue 125f and one is some government conference 410f. Anyone know if these might be catalogued somewhere else?

bdreid10 - 2010-03-14 18:31:00

I'm very sorry to hear that jim1930stamps has passed away. My condolences to the Skilling family. I always found Jim lovely to deal with. His passing is a loss to the stamp community.

stak - 2010-03-14 18:44:00

bdreid10 wrote:

I have two 1996 Republic of Cameroon stamps, one is olympic games issue 125f and one is some government conference 410f. Anyone know if these might be catalogued somewhere else?

Hi -bdrei10-

In Michel they are #1219 and 1224.
What normally happens is that the Country in question does not forward their issued stamp details to the catalogue editors.
In the past some Countries may have been boycotted like Rhodesia was and detail is withheld from print.
Erich

philafarinz - 2010-03-14 21:24:00

Sometimes the issues of a certain Country is disbelieved by Cat. editors of ever been issued and thus price is omitted in the catalogue, happens in Scott.

philafarinz - 2010-03-14 21:32:00

CAL or Stamp issue?
NZ Post has issued two booklets, a $5 (containing 10 x 50c) and $10.80 (containing 6 x $1.80) all 16 stamps have different views and are self adhesive. They have NZ Post details on both booklets. Is this a CAL issue or Tourism issue similar to Wildfoods issue? Interested to know the story behind the stamps. Gary.

twg1935 - 2010-03-15 10:07:00