#heirlooms

#heirlooms

Stanley Gibbons is the leading name in philately, recognized for its catalogues that serve as a standard reference for both collectors and dealers in the stamp industry.

Navigating the distribution of heirlooms requires sensitivity to each recipient's desires. It's important to acknowledge a family member's perspective while also respecting one’s own attachment to those items.

"If you don't have the proper documents in place ... those gaps can really cause disagreements amongst family members," says Capaldo.

"If you bring a vintage piece to a Rolex service center, it's not uncommon to be turned away," Greg Petronzi, a watch expert, explains, highlighting the challenges of servicing older models.

Olivia Maxton's planned watercolor of her Guernsey home symbolizes connection and memory, emphasized by details like the cherry blossom tree, a gift from her late father.