About the RPSL Archives

Preserving over 150 years of philatelic history for researchers and the public.

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The RPSL Archives hold one of the world’s most significant collections of philatelic records, manuscripts, correspondence and reference material, accumulated since the Society’s founding in 1869.

Our archivists work to preserve, catalogue, and make these holdings accessible to researchers, scholars, and the wider philatelic community.

The Archive Collection

The archives encompass official Society records, committee minutes, membership rolls, correspondence with philatelists worldwide, expert committee documentation, and an extensive philatelic reference library.

Years of Records

Archival records dating back to 1869, documenting the full history of the Society and philatelic scholarship.

Researchers Served

Researchers from around the world consult our archives each year for academic, curatorial, and personal projects.

Catalogue Records

Thousands of individually catalogued archival items, searchable through our online AtoM catalogue.

Meet Our Archival Team

Our experienced archivists and librarians ensure the preservation and accessibility of the collection.

Dr. Sarah Mitchell

Head Archivist

James Crawford

Digital Archivist

Margaret Thornton

Conservator

David Hargreaves

Librarian

Explore the RPSL Archives

Search our online catalogue, browse digitised collections, and discover over 150 years of philatelic history preserved in the Society’s archives.

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