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The hobby of kings and presidents
What are the hobbies of kings and presidents? And why are they called that? Most of us know that King Farouk was one of the world's greatest stamp collectors, but perhaps not all of us know that US President Franklin Delano Roosevelt was also a huge fan. This may have been one of the reasons for the friendship that developed between the two men, unlike the relationship that existed between…
November 24, 2023Kings and princes interested in stamp collecting
A charming article published in 1932 showcases some kings and princes interested in stamp collecting, including King Fuad I, the king of hobbies and the hobby of kings! Stamp collecting is considered the king of domestic hobbies, as it's the best way for kings and princes to spend their free time. His Majesty King George V has been collecting postage stamps since his adolescence and has never lost his enthusiasm for the hobby. Today…
January 29, 2018