Author: Richard Tang
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 136590752X
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 264
Book Description
Many years back, stamp collecting was an extra-curricular activity of school kids around the world. Modern technology was thought to have killed this hobby due to the decrease in the usage and demand of postage stamps. Out of surprise, this turned out to be untrue. Out of 60 million stamp collectors around the world, one third come from China. Wealthy Chinese are now beginning to buy back their heritage on a massive scale. Investors are laughing their way to the bank with significant gains on their China stamp portfolio. This 268-page book, fully illustrated with pictures, reveals everything you need to know about China stamps and how to build a solid collection for potential future liquidation.
How to Collect & Invest in China Stamps
Author: Richard Tang
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781545516317
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 262
Book Description
This is the black and white version of the book. This version is cost-effective compared to the color version, but with much less visual effectiveness. For optimal visual impact for your research on the topic, the color version is recommended. Many years back, stamp collecting was an extra-curricular activity of school kids around the world. Modern technology was thought to have killed this hobby due to the decrease in the usage and demand of postage stamps. Out of surprise, this turned out to be untrue. Out of 60 million stamp collectors around the world, one third come from China. Wealthy Chinese are now beginning to buy back their heritage on a massive scale. Investors are laughing their way to the bank with significant gains on their China stamp portfolio. This 262-page manual, fully illustrated with pictures, reveals everything you need to know about China stamps and how to build a solid collection for potential future liquidation. The book is divided in 9 chapters: Chapter 1 - Introduction: What this book is about. Introduction of stamp collecting in general, basic terminologies, the current trends and the myths. Chapter 2 - The Increasing Popularity of China Stamps: How China stamps have become so popular over the past decade; and how the future would look like. Chapter 3 - An Overview of Chinese Philately: Details on different periods in the development of Chinese Philately. Chapter 4 - The Highlights of China Stamps: Details on rarities, high value and highly demanded areas of Chinese Philately, including average market value guide for PRC stamps and comparison charts between current value and 20 years ago's value. Chapter 5 - Building Your China Stamp Collection: A step-by-step guide to building a China stamp collection in an effective manner. Chapter 6 - Buying China Stamps: Revealing many sources from which you can buy China stamps, and tips to find good deals. Some of the sources might still remain unknown to many collectors. Chapter 7 - Selling China Stamps: How to sell your China stamps to maximize revenue. Chapter 8 - Investing in China Stamps: Sharing a few available options in the market for those who want to take the hobby to the next level. Chapter 9 - Final Words: The Dos and Don'ts of collecting China stamps.
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781545516317
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 262
Book Description
This is the black and white version of the book. This version is cost-effective compared to the color version, but with much less visual effectiveness. For optimal visual impact for your research on the topic, the color version is recommended. Many years back, stamp collecting was an extra-curricular activity of school kids around the world. Modern technology was thought to have killed this hobby due to the decrease in the usage and demand of postage stamps. Out of surprise, this turned out to be untrue. Out of 60 million stamp collectors around the world, one third come from China. Wealthy Chinese are now beginning to buy back their heritage on a massive scale. Investors are laughing their way to the bank with significant gains on their China stamp portfolio. This 262-page manual, fully illustrated with pictures, reveals everything you need to know about China stamps and how to build a solid collection for potential future liquidation. The book is divided in 9 chapters: Chapter 1 - Introduction: What this book is about. Introduction of stamp collecting in general, basic terminologies, the current trends and the myths. Chapter 2 - The Increasing Popularity of China Stamps: How China stamps have become so popular over the past decade; and how the future would look like. Chapter 3 - An Overview of Chinese Philately: Details on different periods in the development of Chinese Philately. Chapter 4 - The Highlights of China Stamps: Details on rarities, high value and highly demanded areas of Chinese Philately, including average market value guide for PRC stamps and comparison charts between current value and 20 years ago's value. Chapter 5 - Building Your China Stamp Collection: A step-by-step guide to building a China stamp collection in an effective manner. Chapter 6 - Buying China Stamps: Revealing many sources from which you can buy China stamps, and tips to find good deals. Some of the sources might still remain unknown to many collectors. Chapter 7 - Selling China Stamps: How to sell your China stamps to maximize revenue. Chapter 8 - Investing in China Stamps: Sharing a few available options in the market for those who want to take the hobby to the next level. Chapter 9 - Final Words: The Dos and Don'ts of collecting China stamps.
The Chinese Space Programme in the Public Conversation about Space
Author: Andrew Thomas
Publisher: Dissertation.com
ISBN: 1612334768
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
This study is the product of a long view of space exploration and the conversations about space in China. It locates the multiple conversations about space exploration and utilisation as they are in the Peoples’ Republic of China (PRC), within other conversations about space culture in the world. China is viewed by Western researchers though many lenses which are examined here critically. In previous studies, writers explain away China‘s space programme with the easy answers of a "Space Race" and a "China Threat", in which the space programme is seen as merely an example of global competition, or threat, but this thesis challenges those barriers to Western understanding of the Chinese public conversation of space culture. In this study, critical theory and an underlying epistemology within a post-Enlightenment cultural frame are applied to official, archival and ephemeral texts and images. The manner of the critical application is distinguished from derivate techniques operationalised as Open Source Intelligence. The concept of Place, and within that, Foucault’s linguistic concept of “Heterotopia”, is significant both in understanding the Chinese overseas space bases on Earth and the temporal and spatial dislocations experienced in space missions. In acknowledging the interpretative approach, an empirical study, a "Q-sort" has been carried out, which demonstrates that the key factor in the Chinese conversation is Science, within the context of modernisation, tempered by Chinese cultural affirmation and international co-operation. The thesis concludes by providing general principles in future work for successful research into the popular culture of space exploration.
Publisher: Dissertation.com
ISBN: 1612334768
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 256
Book Description
This study is the product of a long view of space exploration and the conversations about space in China. It locates the multiple conversations about space exploration and utilisation as they are in the Peoples’ Republic of China (PRC), within other conversations about space culture in the world. China is viewed by Western researchers though many lenses which are examined here critically. In previous studies, writers explain away China‘s space programme with the easy answers of a "Space Race" and a "China Threat", in which the space programme is seen as merely an example of global competition, or threat, but this thesis challenges those barriers to Western understanding of the Chinese public conversation of space culture. In this study, critical theory and an underlying epistemology within a post-Enlightenment cultural frame are applied to official, archival and ephemeral texts and images. The manner of the critical application is distinguished from derivate techniques operationalised as Open Source Intelligence. The concept of Place, and within that, Foucault’s linguistic concept of “Heterotopia”, is significant both in understanding the Chinese overseas space bases on Earth and the temporal and spatial dislocations experienced in space missions. In acknowledging the interpretative approach, an empirical study, a "Q-sort" has been carried out, which demonstrates that the key factor in the Chinese conversation is Science, within the context of modernisation, tempered by Chinese cultural affirmation and international co-operation. The thesis concludes by providing general principles in future work for successful research into the popular culture of space exploration.
Popular Mechanics
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ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Popular Mechanics inspires, instructs and influences readers to help them master the modern world. Whether it’s practical DIY home-improvement tips, gadgets and digital technology, information on the newest cars or the latest breakthroughs in science -- PM is the ultimate guide to our high-tech lifestyle.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Popular Mechanics inspires, instructs and influences readers to help them master the modern world. Whether it’s practical DIY home-improvement tips, gadgets and digital technology, information on the newest cars or the latest breakthroughs in science -- PM is the ultimate guide to our high-tech lifestyle.
Collectible Investments for the High Net Worth Investor
Author: Stephen Satchell
Publisher: Academic Press
ISBN: 0080923054
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 281
Book Description
Many high net worth individuals are interested in diversifying their portfolios and investing in collectibles. A collectible is any physical asset that appreciates in value over time because it is rare or desired by many. Stamps, coins, fine art, antiques, books, and wine are examples of collectibles. Where does the financial advisor or investment manager for these high net worth individuals go to learn about these investments? There is no comprehensive resource from the financial standpoint--until now. Dr Stephen Satchell of Trinity College, Cambridge, has developed a book in which experts in various types of collectibles analyze the financial aspects of investing in these collectibles. Chapters address issues such as: liquidity challenges, tax ramifications, appreciation timelines, the challenge of forecasting and measuring appreciation, and the psychological component of collecting and the role of emotion in collectible investing. Key FeaturesFeature: Contributors are experts in collectible investing from around the worldBenefit: Gives financial advisors and wealth managers handy access to expert opinions to better advise clients interested in collectible investmentsFeature: Experts discuss the pros and cons of collectibles from an investment perspective in their area of expertise Benefit: One stop shopping, all expertise brought together in one volume, creating a handy reference guideFeature: Experts discuss art, stamps, coins, antiques, wine, from around the world in one global perspectiveBenefit: Wealth managers can gain information about a wide range of collectibles and learn about investing in these types with a global perspective
Publisher: Academic Press
ISBN: 0080923054
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 281
Book Description
Many high net worth individuals are interested in diversifying their portfolios and investing in collectibles. A collectible is any physical asset that appreciates in value over time because it is rare or desired by many. Stamps, coins, fine art, antiques, books, and wine are examples of collectibles. Where does the financial advisor or investment manager for these high net worth individuals go to learn about these investments? There is no comprehensive resource from the financial standpoint--until now. Dr Stephen Satchell of Trinity College, Cambridge, has developed a book in which experts in various types of collectibles analyze the financial aspects of investing in these collectibles. Chapters address issues such as: liquidity challenges, tax ramifications, appreciation timelines, the challenge of forecasting and measuring appreciation, and the psychological component of collecting and the role of emotion in collectible investing. Key FeaturesFeature: Contributors are experts in collectible investing from around the worldBenefit: Gives financial advisors and wealth managers handy access to expert opinions to better advise clients interested in collectible investmentsFeature: Experts discuss the pros and cons of collectibles from an investment perspective in their area of expertise Benefit: One stop shopping, all expertise brought together in one volume, creating a handy reference guideFeature: Experts discuss art, stamps, coins, antiques, wine, from around the world in one global perspectiveBenefit: Wealth managers can gain information about a wide range of collectibles and learn about investing in these types with a global perspective