I have a sheet of the Star Wars peal and stick postage stamps that I want to put away for a few years, what's the best way to store them so they stay like new?
2007-06-21 15:25:33 · 2 answers · asked by Mr Booo 2 in Games & Recreation ➔ Hobbies & Crafts
stay away from plastic....moisture can condense inside.
slip them between to sheets of heavy-weight acid-free paper or acid-free mat board. then store the 'package' in a cool dry place.
you can also check with a professional picture framing shop that is PPFA certified. they are more likely to have had training/experience with archival work and preservation........even if it is just to purchase archival supplies and not to frame, they can help.
it IS possible to frame them to keep them safe. there is a UV glass (which is what is used in framing valuable works of art) that will protect from light damage; mounting techniques that will not create damage; all materials used are archival. it is expensive (to a certain extent) but well worth it if you are looking to protect something valuable while still displaying it.
if you can't find a shop near you, contact The Right Angle Professional Picture Framing @ 806-359-5611. they do archival work for museums, are reasonably priced in comparison to other shops, and they have clients all over the US so they don't have a problem with shipping anywhere.
good luck!!
2007-06-21 16:46:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can go to a stamp dealer and get a glassine envelope or maybe he has an archival plastic holder, that has no PVC in it. It is in your best interest to see a stamp dealer for he knows, remember he must protect his stock for years. I am a coin collector and know how things can damage coins and stamps.
2007-06-22 07:50:12 · answer #2 · answered by Taiping 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋