What to photograph before donating a stamp collection
Photograph a few complete album pages, then any labels, envelopes or notes that explain who collected the stamps. Tell us roughly how many albums or boxes you have and where they are. You can start with one message and decide about a handover later.
Who should consider donation
Donation may be appropriate when a collection has Polish, historical, family, educational, or documentary value. This can involve both individual important items and larger holdings built over decades.
How to begin
Start with a short description, a few photographs, the approximate size of the collection, and the expectations of the owner or heirs.
- how many albums, boxes, or sheets there are
- which countries and periods are represented
- whether catalogues, notes, or inventories exist
- whether the collection has family or exhibition history
The donor matters
The Foundation treats donors as part of the project. Donation can also preserve the memory of the person who spent years building the collection.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to decide immediately?
No. The first step is a conversation and basic review.
Is the Foundation interested only in stamps?
No. Covers, letters, postcards, sheets, blocks, catalogues, and family archives may also matter.
Would you like to offer us your stamps?
Tell us what you found and where the collection is located. A few photos of complete pages will help us understand what you have.