You have a shoebox of stamps, and you can't say what is in it or what it's worth. You also can't tell whether the one with the odd perforations is a common issue or a valuable variety. StampManage from Liberty Street Software is built to fix that. It lets you catalog your collection and attach values, and it identifies stamps using Scott numbers.
Quick facts
- Publisher: Liberty Street Software, which has made inventory software since 1997 and released StampManage in 2001
- Platform: Windows
- Catalog system: Scott numbering, which Liberty Street is licensed to use
- Collections covered: USA, UN, German, UK, Australian and Canadian stamps
- Trial: a free trial is available
Key features
Pick stamps by Scott number instead of typing every detail
The program ships with a large built-in stamp database, indexed by the Scott numbering system and illustrated with images. You choose the stamp and its variety from the list, and you don't have to key in each record by hand.
See what your collection is worth in several grades
StampManage includes market values in several grading categories, so you can value each stamp according to its condition.
Check current auctions for a stamp with the eBay search
The eBay search feature looks up one or more stamps by Scott number. You can use it to see what similar stamps are selling for.
Build your own reports and export them
An integrated Report Designer lets you create custom reports. Reports can be exported to PDF, Excel, HTML and other formats. You can also build custom queries and view or print the results.
Attach images, files and links to each record
You can attach images, files and URL links to your records. The Find feature searches your collection or the program database for keywords or phrases.
Who it's for
It suits collectors of US and worldwide stamps who want a Scott-numbered inventory with values. It is a good fit if you want printed or exported reports for insurance, sale or your own records.
Pros and cons
- Pro: Scott-numbered database with images, so entry is quick.
- Pro: Flexible reports, queries and export formats.
- Pro: A free trial lets you test it before you buy.
- Con: It is a Windows program, so it isn't suited to Mac users.
- Con: The installer is large, because it includes the stamp database and images.
- Con: Coverage focuses on a handful of countries rather than every issuing country.
FAQs
Does it use Scott numbers?
Yes. Liberty Street is licensed to use the Scott numbering system, and the database is indexed by it.
Which countries are covered?
USA, UN, German, UK, Australian and Canadian stamps.
Can I get my data out into other programs?
Yes. Reports can be exported to PDF, Excel, HTML and other formats, and stamp lists can be exported to HTML with images.
Can I try it first?
Yes, a free trial version is available.
System requirements
It runs on Windows. The older listing mentions a minimum display of 800x600.