Beginners should first understand what stamp collecting is, the types of stamps and the stamps issued by the state. Read more professional newspapers and periodicals such as philately and China Philatelic Newspaper. There are also introductory books on philately in the bookstore! Understand it first, then collect stamps slowly, starting with the newly issued stamps of the country, and then catching up with expectations. Slowly collect all the stamps previously issued by the country, which will reduce detours and waste less money! Buy the latest edition of the stamp catalogue! Very helpful to you! I wish you a happy post!