All about Christmas stamps
Stamp collection is a hobby that gets serious around any holiday, especially Christmas. There are so many unique Christmas stamps from years and decades past, just waiting to be added to your collection.
The history behind Christmas stamps
The first official Australian Christmas stamp released by Australia Post was made in 1957. It featured a young girl kneeling and praying to the star of Bethlehem. The religious overtones are reflective of the Christian Nativity, which Christmas is based upon.
Recently, the Australian Christmas stamp has become more inclusive. Each year, the stamp design alternates between a Christian and secular theme. Notable imagery over the years has included reindeer, Australian native flora and fauna and religious motifs including the Virgin Mary and the baby Jesus.
How to collect Christmas stamps
If you’re a beginner stamp collector or just a Christmas fanatic looking for some collectibles to commemorate the season, there are a few things to keep in mind when beginning your Christmas stamp collection.
- Where to find Christmas stamps. Christmas stamps are most often found with other collectors. The best place to hunt down or sell Christmas stamps is on eBay.
- Caring for your Christmas stamps. Try to use tweezers when moving your Christmas stamps around. This minimises hand contact which would otherwise leave oils and other residues on your Christmas stamps. It also reduces the risk of tearing, especially when dealing with older Christmas stamps.
- Storing your Christmas stamps. It is best to store your Christmas stamps in a stamp album. This protects them from creasing and light damage which would devalue your collection.
Other Christmas collectibles you will love
If you’re looking to expand your Christmas collection beyond stamps, eBay is the perfect place to look. You could collect anything your heart desires including Disney Christmas ornaments, festive dinnerware and Christmas mugs.
Find the best range of Christmas stamps in Australia on eBay.