👉 Philatelism is a hobby or pastime that involves collecting and studying postal stamps. It can be traced back to the early 20th century, when it was initially considered a hobby rather than a profession. The main focus of this hobby is on acquiring and identifying individual postage stamps from various countries around the world. Philatelic enthusiasts collect stamps in exchange for monetary value, usually through auctions or by selling them privately. They often have a specific set of criteria that they follow when selecting
