Frequently Asked Questions / Who we are and who we are not!

The Australian Philatelic Society (APS) is concerned with the historiographical study of Australian postal history and associated philatelic material.

On some rare occasions we are confused with the Australian Photographic Society or the Australian Psychological Society. All three organisations have quite a lot in common! However, regrettably we are unable to be of any assistance to you in respect of photographic matters or psychological matters or any other matters not related to philately.

May we suggest that you Google the full title of the organisation you are seeking to contact, and then follow the correct link.

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History

History or Postal History is the study of postal markings, rates and routes, or anything to do with the history of the posts.

Philatelic

The collection and study of postage stamps, Postmarks, and related materials; stamp collecting.

Philately

Philately is the study of revenue and postage stamps. This includes the design, production and uses of stamps after they are authorized for issue, usually by government authorities, the most common one being postal authorities. Although many equate it with stamp collecting, it is a distinct activity. For instance, philatelists will study extremely rare stamps without expecting to own copies of them, whether because of cost, or because the sole survivors are in museums. Conversely, stamp collecting is the acquisition of stamps, at times without regard for origin or usage.

Postal History

Postal History is the study of postal systems and how they operate and, or, the collecting of Covers and associated material illustrating historical episodes of postal systems.

Frequently Asked Questions / Who we are and who we are not!

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