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How do I sign up? |
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Simply and register your details using our secure server. Please note that if you opt for the free trial and at the end of this period you decide not to become a member of Allworldstamps.com or subscribe to the Subscription Plus option, the details of your virtual collection will be erased.
Annual membership to Allworldstamps.com starts from just £14.95 for the standard subscription and £22.95 for Subscription Plus which gives users access to a virtual collection and other features. To sign up using our secure server, please .
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How do I search for stamps at Allworldstamps.com? |
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Searching for stamps on Allworldstamps.com could not be easier. Simply use the search options on the home page, or select a country from the 'Top 10 Countries' list which is displayed on every page throughout the site, as is the 'Advanced Search' button. To begin click here.
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How do I build a Virtual Collection? |
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Once you have located the stamps you wish to add to your virtual collection, click the 'Collection' button, select the stamps you wish to add and click 'Add to Collection'. You will be shown a confirmation message to inform you that your collection has been updated. You will then have the option to return to the results page or access your collection.
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How do I get a valuation for my Virtual Collection? |
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Once you have logged in, click 'Value Collection' from the Categories menu on the right-hand side of the screen. The contents of your collection will be listed with the size and value along with the total collection size and value.
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How do I build a Wants List? |
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Once you have located the stamps you wish to add to your wants list, click the 'Wants List' button at the bottom of the relevant set, select the stamps you wish to add and click 'Add to Wants List'. You will be shown a confirmation message to inform you that your collection has been updated. You will then have the option to return to the results page or access your wants list.
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How do I build an Exchange list? |
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The "Exchange List" has now been merged into the Stamp Market.
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How do I create a Stock Item? |
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At the end of each stamp set there is a button labeled "Sell Your Stamps". Simply choose the stamp you wish to sell (via the SG Number) and enter the other required fields. You can manage existing stamp stock in the My Account area.
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What is All World Stamps? |
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Allworldstamps.com is the online version of the world famous Stanley Gibbons catalogues, which are considered by experienced collectors throughout the world to be the 'most authoritative and reliable' source of philatelic information.
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What advantages do registered members of Allworldstamps.com enjoy? |
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All members get access to additional information and data including Stamp Image, Variations, Foot Notes and Design Notes.
A major advantage of joining Allworldstamps.com is being able to manage an online version of your own stamp collection. Members can also see valuations of their virtual collections and can compile 'wants lists' and 'exchange lists' of stamps they may wish to acquire or sell.
Other membership benefits include auto shopping lists, newsletters, exclusive special offers and regular updates on new developments at Allworldstamps.com. For more membership information click here.
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What are Usernames and Passwords? |
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Usernames and Passwords are unique to each individual user of Allworldstamps.com. They provide security and peace of mind, thus ensuring that only you can access your own virtual collection.
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What are Security Questions and Security Answers? |
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When you register to join Allworldstamps.com, you will be automatically asked to provide a Security Question and Answer. These are designed to help us recognise you should you ever forget your password in future. If you should ever submit an incorrect password when entering Allworldstamps.com, simply use the 'Forgotten Password' feature and your details will be sent to your email address. Once you have received these details you will be able to gain access into the site.
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What are the numbers that appear alongside each stamp at Allworldstamps.com? |
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Each stamp in the catalogue is identified by a unique reference number - its Stanley Gibbons number. However, if a particular stamp happens to be illustrated in the catalogue, then it will also be assigned a separate number as well, known as the Type Number. This is not a unique number, as some stamps may share the same Type Number. In other words, the Type Number is used to indicate a group of stamps which all share great similarities in their general design. An easy way to distinguish between the two numbers is that the Stanley Gibbons number appears first in standard type face and the Type Number follows in bold type face.
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What is the Stanley Gibbons number? |
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The Stanley Gibbons catalogue number is recognised universally and any individual stamp can be identified by quoting the catalogue number prefixed by the name of the country and the letters "S.G.".
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Can I print copies of pages from Allworldstamps.com? |
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Yes. At the bottom of all results pages there is a 'Print' button. Click this and the results will be redisplayed in a printable format with only the data itself, site headers and footers. Unnecessary site navigation will not be shown. The print dialogue box will then open. Simply select your settings and click print.
You can also choose 'File-Print' from the tool bar of your browser. Some pages at Allworldstamps.com appear in popup windows with no 'File-Print' options, to print these pages simply press 'Ctrl' + 'P' on your keyboard simultaneously.
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Can I value my collection in different currencies? |
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Yes. To view your collection value in different currencies click on 'Preferences' from the Categories menu on the right-hand side of the screen. Select your preferred currency, click apply then click on the 'Value Collection' link also in the Categories menu. Your collection value will be shown in your chosen currency.
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Can I contact you? There's something I'm still not sure of. |
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Of course. Please address all further enquiries to .
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Who are Stanley Gibbons? |
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Stanley Gibbons are the world's most famous stamp dealers. We were established in 1856 and are the proud holders of a prestigious Royal Warrant. To read more about our history, please click here.
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Is Allworldstamps.com a secure site? |
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Allworldstamps.com uses a secure server. This means that any sensitive information you submit is encrypted.
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Is it free to search for stamps at Allworldstamps.com? |
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It is completely free to search for information on any stamp at Allworldstamps.com. However, registered users enjoy additional benefits and greater access to site facilities.
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How do I upload my stock? |
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As a stamp dealer who has registered on allworldstamps.com, you are able to advertise your stock; By creating a simple stock file which contains your stock description and price information. With just a few clicks your stock items are shown against our catalogue listings. Using this method of advertising, any visitors to the site will be able to view and purchase these items from you directly.
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How do I manage my stock? |
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Located in your account area there is a link to the "Manage Stock Items" area. This section displays a list of stock items that you have currently made available for sale.
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How do I insert images into my stock listing? |
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You have the ability to insert a link in to the description of each stock item. You can insert as many links as you wish. Each link is shown with the description "More Information". The link refers to another web site or location. To use this feature you must insert the following text into your stock description.
Format:
#LINK#(YOUR URL)#
Example:
#LINK#https://allworldstamps.com/help.asp#
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My stock is not shown in the Virtual Store? |
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If you recently transfered a stock file to your Virtual Store, the stock may be still waiting in your preview area. You can find your holding area in the My Account section or navigation. If there is a list of stock item simply scroll to the bottom and select "Send".
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How many items can I upload to my Virtual Store? |
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Each Virtual Store has a limit of 350 items. Once you have reach this limit you can not add any more items.
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How much does a dealer registration cost? |
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For more information please browse our subscription area.
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Are there any additional Fees for using this service? |
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As a registered dealer you simply pay a monthly subscription rate. You can extend your subscription at anytime though the account area.
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