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<p><b>Philately</b> (; ) is the study of <a href="page.php?w=postage_stamp">postage stamp</a>s and <a href="page.php?w=postal_history">postal history</a>. It also refers to the collection and appreciation of stamps and other philatelic products. While closely associated with <a href="page.php?w=stamp_collecting">stamp collecting</a> and the study of postage, it is possible to be a philatelist without owning any stamps. For instance, the stamps being studied may be very rare or reside only in museums.</p>

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