How to identify?

When looking at older stamps, how does one identify the different types
of paper/printings, etc? I mean, obviously experience is one way, but
other than pestering my local stamp shop, how do you tell if the stamp
you have is worth $50 or $5000? (I'm pretty sure it's the $50, but
$5000 would be nice.)

Aodhan

In a recent message "Aodhan" wrote:

When looking at older stamps, how does one identify the different types
of paper/printings, etc? I mean, obviously experience is one way, but
other than pestering my local stamp shop, how do you tell if the stamp
you have is worth $50 or $5000? (I'm pretty sure it's the $50, but
$5000 would be nice.)

Aodhan

Try being a bit more specific as to what the catalogue calls the
different types of paper or printing.

Then we can try and help!

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Start with a perf gauge, magnifying glass, watermark detector, and a
specialized catalog.

Bill

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When looking at older stamps, how does one identify the different types
of paper/printings, etc? I mean, obviously experience is one way, but
other than pestering my local stamp shop, how do you tell if the stamp
you have is worth $50 or $5000? (I'm pretty sure it's the $50, but
$5000 would be nice.)

Aodhan