Kiloware: the fun and cheap way to build your stamp collection
Kiloware usually refers to stamps on paper being sold by weight. It involves a bit of work since you, the philatelist, have to do the soaking and sorting. Kiloware also refers to used stamps off paper, once again being sold by weight. But most of the time, we are talking about on paper used stamps.
Kilowares can be found online on EBAY and Delcampe and many other auction sites. You can also find them in Linn's classified adds, and other philatelic magazines. Don't forget to check message boards or do a Kiloware search on google.
Contents
- Linn's stamp news
- Kiloware lot: pick of the week
- Things to look for before buying stamp kilowares
- Searching for stamps kiloware? Here's a few keywords
- Greenland kiloware
- Kiloware seller with web shops
- Latest kiloware on ebay auction
- Blog posts on kiloware
- Mission and charity kiloware mixture
- MORE PHILATELIC SQUIDOOS
- Feel free to vote on my lens, leave a blurp and I will do the same!
Linn's stamp news
A MUST.
Linn's Stamp News
Linns Stamp News Magazine is crammed with news and information stamp collectors need to know, providing details about ordering, news from exclusive national and international sources, analysis and advice of leading stamp collecting authorities. 52 issues.
Kiloware lot: pick of the week
2KG Japan Used Mix Commem&Pref Stamp Kiloware on paper
A mixture of Nice Large Commemorative and Prefecture stamps. 100 stamps : average weight is 22.8 g. (from 5 times experiment).Thus this lot could compose around 8,772 stamps. You can find some high value stamps because I did not take them out to sell them separate. This kiloware is mainly composed of Medium and Large stamp size. The Commemorative and Prefectural issues are mixed. A few with faults. Definitives stamps were removed.
Things to look for before buying stamp kilowares
1- Kiloware are sold by weight, so it is important to know if the stamps are on single or double paper...you will of course get much more stamps if the kiloware is on single, close-cut pieces of paper.
2- Do not believe everything you see. Seller can use stock photos for their lots, so the stamps you see may not be the one you will get.
3-Do not take into consideration the estimated catalogue value. To many variable to consider putting a cat. value on a kiloware.
4- Take into consideration the shipping price of your lot. A deal can turn no-deal du to the weight and postal cost.
5- "Unchecked" "Unpicked"..... be wary of the use of this word. You have no proof that the kiloware has not been pick trough for the best stuff. There are honest sellers around with real unpicked lots, but be careful before spending big money.
6- "Handpicked": some seller offer higher quality lot.... handmade/handpicked. Usually they have low duplication, good value stamps. Damaged stamps have been removed. Still sold by weight, but usually in smaller lots (1 or 2 ounces). Much higher price. No surprise there since you pretty much what you will get. If you are into the hunting and surprise side of the kiloware, these are not for you.
7- Mission mixture: usually loaded with small definitive stamps. Low quality. Real mission mixture can have a surprise or two, IF they were not picked before. Do not pay too much for these.
Searching for stamps kiloware? Here's a few keywords
kilo*
oz
ounce*
grams
on paper
pound*
LB
If you are not familiar with the metric system, know that 1 pound = 454 grams.
Greenland kiloware
Greenland stamps kiloware. Always popular. Duplication from Greenland are always easy to trade at your philatelic club or with online stamps traders. So there is very little loss.
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Please note that I haven't bought from all of them, so please do your homework before buying: check if they sell on EBAY and Delcampe , if they do, look at the feedback. Do a google check for message boards and see if people had bad past experience. You can also post a message on various boards to get feedback from other users.
ALSO very important imo: EMAIL THEM before buying, see if they respond first.
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Latest kiloware on ebay auction
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- Australia, 1/4 lb 112 grams kiloware on paper. Free Postage - AUD ...
- A full 1/4 lb of Australian kiloware on paper. Lovely mix on close single paper. Some duplication bu...
- Asia oz 56 grams kiloware on paper Free Postage - AUD 8.62
- A full oz of Asian kiloware on paper. Lovely mix on varied sized paper. Some duplication but contain...
- Austria commems 1/4 lb 112 grams kiloware on paper Free Postage ...
- One full 1/4 pound of Austrian commemorative only kiloware on paper. Pre Euro. Lovely mix on single...
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Mission and charity kiloware mixture
Stamp kiloware from missions or charity
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poutine
Interesting topic. Posted July 26, 2008 |
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sisterra
great lens - saw you on the stores board. Posted June 21, 2008 |
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mosaic
I like your tips on kiloware. I haven't bought any myself since I have my own access to "kiloware." Actually, one of the departments of where I work save all the incoming mail envelopes from donors for me. Most of it is the boring stuff like flags but there are lots of other stuff. :) Posted May 22, 2008 |
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rms
Thank you for joining the Our Favorite Squidoo Lenses group. I can see why this is one of your favorites. It's a great lens and we collect stamps too! Posted March 26, 2008 |
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Travel-Guy
Very interesting lens 5 Stars! Posted February 08, 2008 |
