Showgard Mounts
Discriminating collectors require that their investment is kept safe from damage due to dust, dirt, humidity and the wear and tear of time. Showgard mounts feature the foil proven safe for philatelic use for over 50 years in every climate of the world. Use Showgard mounts with confidence. They are the choice of experienced collectors and a symbol of trustworthiness throughout the world.Use our U.S. Stamp Mount Size Guide as a handy reference to the required mounts for specific stamps. Guidance is given for specific types of stamps, as well as all issues by year for modern stamps beginning in 1945.
Showgard Mounts are available in Pre-Cut sizes for convenient mounting of the popular sized stamps. Greater economy and flexibility can be obtained by using strips, which come in three different lengths: 215mm, 240mm, and 264mm. A Philatelic Guilletine will provide a clean and straight cut of strips to exact the fit for your stamps.
The strip you should use is based on the height of the stamp you wish to mount, measured in millimeters (mm). For more information on how to use the Showgard Mounts we provide a helpful Showgard Tutorial as a quick reference.
Locating the Correct Size in the iHobb.com Website
If you have need of several mounts from various 'categories' you may wish to use the complete listing For your ease of navigation we also list the mounts according to groupings as follows.
| Assortment Packs | Pre Cut Style |
| Strips 215 mm. long | Strips 240 mm. long | Strips 264 mm. long |
| Strips for Plate Blocks Coils and Booklets || Plate Blocks & Covers Souvenir Sheets | U.S. Accommodation Range 264mm |
| U.S. Size Guide |
| Showgard Tutorial |
Guillotines & Accessories
Showgard Philatelic Guillotines allow you to make perfect stamp mounts every time. Collectors enjoy using Showgard guillotines for preparing consistent, straight-sided mounts with total accuracy and convenience.
Features:
- Exact calibrations
- Cutting blade and plate are made of the finest steel
- Extension gauge and slide bar for size repetition
- Handsomely styled in warp-free ABS 'Hard-Hat' plastic