Collection stamped with distinction
An avid collector of stamps, coin, and bank notes is putting his passion to good use
PHILATELIST R. Govindasamy possesses a rare collection of stamps, coins and bank notes which date as far back as 1857.
And, he can fetch as much as RM300,000 each for some of the rarer pieces in the collection.
A former banker, Govindasamy, 63, has been collecting these items for 35 years.
Due to his vast experience and knowledge, the avid collector has gone on to become a stamp valuer, exhibitor and dealer, who is also a member of the World Philatelic Society.
He has also helped to establish philatelic societies for secondary schools in Ipoh.
His collection includes Malayan stamps (1867/1957) and Straits Settlement stamps (Queen Victoria, King Edward, King George V and VI and Queen Elizabeth) which are priced between RM50,000 and RM500,000.
For coins, there are the Straits Settlement coins, starting from a quarter cent to half cent, one cent, five cent, 10 cent and 50 cent.
A coin which is in good condition can fetch about RM20 and above.
Another interesting collection is bank notes from The Government of the Straits Settlement (1935), Malaya (1935) and Britain (1941).
Govindasamy said a valuable stamp must be in mint condition, while a coin must not be scratched, free from defects and retained its original lustre.
"To date, Malaysian stamps, coins and notes are a much sought-after commodity by collectors around the world.
"In fact, stamp collectors are increasing as they can now easily purchase first-day covers and stamps by putting in a standing order with Pos Malaysia or purchase online." He added that stamp collecting moulds a person's character. It helps a philatelist to maintain calm and appreciate everything around them. His modest shop, US Agency, is located in Jalan Sultan Idris Shah here.
First-day covers are popular among collectors. Pix by Diana Yeoh
~News courtesy of New Straits Times~
An avid collector of stamps, coin, and bank notes is putting his passion to good use
PHILATELIST R. Govindasamy possesses a rare collection of stamps, coins and bank notes which date as far back as 1857.
And, he can fetch as much as RM300,000 each for some of the rarer pieces in the collection.
A former banker, Govindasamy, 63, has been collecting these items for 35 years.
Due to his vast experience and knowledge, the avid collector has gone on to become a stamp valuer, exhibitor and dealer, who is also a member of the World Philatelic Society.
He has also helped to establish philatelic societies for secondary schools in Ipoh.
His collection includes Malayan stamps (1867/1957) and Straits Settlement stamps (Queen Victoria, King Edward, King George V and VI and Queen Elizabeth) which are priced between RM50,000 and RM500,000.
For coins, there are the Straits Settlement coins, starting from a quarter cent to half cent, one cent, five cent, 10 cent and 50 cent.
A coin which is in good condition can fetch about RM20 and above.
Another interesting collection is bank notes from The Government of the Straits Settlement (1935), Malaya (1935) and Britain (1941).
Govindasamy said a valuable stamp must be in mint condition, while a coin must not be scratched, free from defects and retained its original lustre.
"To date, Malaysian stamps, coins and notes are a much sought-after commodity by collectors around the world.
"In fact, stamp collectors are increasing as they can now easily purchase first-day covers and stamps by putting in a standing order with Pos Malaysia or purchase online." He added that stamp collecting moulds a person's character. It helps a philatelist to maintain calm and appreciate everything around them. His modest shop, US Agency, is located in Jalan Sultan Idris Shah here.
First-day covers are popular among collectors. Pix by Diana Yeoh
~News courtesy of New Straits Times~
No comments:
Post a Comment