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ATA Handbooks - published by the American Topical Association and others, these handbooks offer an in-depth look at a select group of topics or at the hobby itself. Handbooks make great gifts and many are available in both print and electronic versions.
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ATA’s Global Guide to Adventures in Topical Stamp Collecting, ATA Handbook #170, Published 2026
168 - Topical Adventures, ATA Handbook #168, Published 2020
Magical World of Stamp Collecting
163 - Plants on Stamps, Print Edition
Topical Souvenir Sheets & Stamps - generous collectors often donate unique, sought-after and interesting stamps, covers and souvenir sheets to the American Topical Association. While many of these are used for postage on our frequent mailings, some are just too nice not to get back into circulation among collectors. Check out the items below and come back frequently as we add new items.
Fire Service - Fire Engines, set of 6 stamps and 1 souvenir sheet
Bicentennial Souvenir Sheets, set of 4 (Scott 1686-1689)
ATA Online Courses - ATA-produced video classes on timely philatelic topics.
Damian Läge: Understanding Multiple Frankings to Improve Your Collection and Exhibit - a three-part class
Thematic Exhibiting: Connecting Through Creativity with Jean Wang
Exhibiting Picture Postcards, A Course in Three Sessions
ATA Pro Series: Say it with PowerPoint: How to Present your Stamps like a Pro (Three Sessions)
Online Presentation: Thematic Exhibiting — Steps to Success, a Six-Part Course
Online Presentation: Make Your Own Album Pages with Jeff Hayward & Martin Kent Miller
ATA Gifts - ATA logo merchandise is popular with collectors around the world. Sport your love of the hobby while promoting membership in the ATA. Shop this category for a variety of apparel, bags, pins and more.
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Topical Time - Digital Archive
First Day, Show & Event Covers - Show and first day covers are available in limited quantities for a variety of shows and events. The covers listed below are a growing selection of the designs available. For many older covers, supplies are limited and are subject to selling out.
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2017 Solar Eclipse Cover
2020 Thank You FOREVER Stamp - FDOI Ceremony Program
NTSS 2015 - JVC Show Covers, Set of 3
St. Vincent 2003 - Embroidered Cloth Teddy Bear First Day Cover
Taste of Topicals™ - ATA's Taste of Topicals are starter kits for some of the most popular stamp collecting topics. Each Taste of Topicals kit includes approximately 15–30 stamps related to a selected topic, a cover or other postal item that complements the topic, stamp hinges, an album, and helpful information to get you started with topical stamp collecting. Taste of Topicals is a great way to explore a new topic and many collectors share them with kids and grandkids.
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Taste of Topicals™ - U.S. States & Territories, N - P
Taste of Topicals™ - U.S. States & Territories, IN - M
Taste of Topicals™ - U.S. States & Territories, A - IL
Taste of Topicals™ - Animals, O-T
Taste of Topicals™ - Animals, H-N
Taste of Topicals™ - Fashion, Clothing, & Accessories
Taste of Topicals™ - Communications & Technology
Taste of Topicals™ - Home, Objects & Everyday Life
Taste of Topicals™ - Industry, Energy & Resources
Taste of Topicals™ - Occupations & Work
Taste of Topicals™ - Education, Law & Civic Life
Taste of Topicals™ - Health, Medicine, & Humanitarian Aid
Taste of Topicals™ - Colors
Taste of Topicals™ - Theatre, Circus, & Entertainment
Taste of Topicals™ - Philately & Postal History
Taste of Topicals™ - Sports, T - W
Taste of Topicals™ - Sports, S
Taste of Topicals™ - Sports, O - R
Taste of Topicals™ - Olympics & International Games
Taste of Topicals™ - Sports, G - N
Taste of Topicals™ - Sports, A - F
Taste of Topicals™ - Space
Taste of Topicals™ - Military, Weapons, & Fortifications
Taste of Topicals™ - Reptiles & Cold-Blooded Animals
Taste of Topicals™ - Royalty & Nobility
Taste of Topicals™ - Animals: Pets & Domestic Animals
Taste of Topicals™ - Music & Opera
Taste of Topicals™ - Famous & Historic People
Taste of Topicals™ - Organizations & International Affairs
Taste of Topicals™ - Food & Culinary Themes
Taste of Topicals™ - Flowers, Nature, & Scenic Landscapes
Taste of Topicals™ - Marine & Aquatic Life
Taste of Topicals™ - Literature, Stories, & Authors
Taste of Topicals™ - Bugs, Butterflies, & Insects
Taste of Topicals™ - Other Holidays & Seasonal Celebrations
Taste of Topicals™ - U.S. States & Territories, R - W
Taste of Topicals™ - Exploration, Maps, & Geography
Taste of Topicals™ - Science, Invention, & Discovery
Taste of Topicals™ - Sports, U - Z
Taste of Topicals™ - Christmas & Nativity
Taste of Topicals™ - Faith & Religious Traditions
Taste of Topicals™ - Culture, Heritage & Indigenous Peoples
Taste of Topicals™ - Children, Toys, & Childhood Collectibles
Taste of Topicals™ - Architecture, Landmarks & Structures
Taste of Topicals™ - Birds & Avian Life
Taste of Topicals™ - Transportation
Taste of Topicals™ - Americana & U.S. History
Taste of Topicals™ - Art, Fine Art & Artists
Taste of Topicals™ - Animals, A-G
Taste of Topicals™ - Agricultural & Farming
Kid's Corner - Encouraging young collectors in the hobby is an important goal. This selection of books and more make great gifts to get kids excited about collecting. Check out the Taste of Topicals above for great starter kits for beginners of all ages.
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FDC Grab Bag with 10 first day covers
Handbook of Disney on Stamps, Digital Download Edition
Magical World of Stamp Collecting