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Dyak, Wild Men of Borneo
Dyak, Wild Men of Borneo

The Borneo Philatelic Society (BPS)

The Borneo Philatelic Society (BPS), established in 1947 (formerly the Sarawak Specialists Society), fosters a global community of collectors passionate about the stamps and postal history of Brunei, Labuan, North Borneo (Sabah), and Sarawak.

We welcome you to our website!

The BPS caters to all aspects of philately, including picture postcards, and has a diverse membership spanning the UK, Malaysia, USA, Australia, and beyond.

What is Philately?

Philately is the study of stamps and postal history. It’s a fascinating hobby that allows you to explore the world through its stamps, learning about history, culture, and geography.

Join the BPS!

Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting your philatelic journey, the BPS offers a welcoming community for all enthusiasts of Borneo’s postal heritage. As a member, you’ll enjoy:

Become a member today!

If you are interested to join, we’d love to hear from you! You would be most welcome to attend our meetings, either for the whole or part of the time and can be sure of good company with a fascinating array of displays as well as a very lively auction on the Saturday morning.

Please check our Membership page or contact our Secretary in the Officer page.

For Members:

  • Upcoming Events: Check out our calendar for upcoming meetings, exhibitions, and auctions.
  • Member’s Forum: Share your passion for British Borneo stamps and connect with fellow collectors!
  • Digital Archive: Explore a collection of past newsletters, books, monographs, articles, and research papers from our Library.

We’d love to hear from you!

Have questions or want to learn more about the BPS? Contact us here.

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