This special section highlights PERForated INitials
[PERFINs], or Stamps Perforated by Initials of Firms and Societys
[SPIFS]. A perfin is a perforated design, symbol, insignia, letter, or group of letters in a
postage stamp placed there by and individual, organization, or government agency for the purpose of
controlling the stamp's postal use. Perfin collectors call the "perforated design,
symbol, insignia, letter, or group of letters" the perfin pattern. Many Scout stamps
around the world have been perforated in the course of circulation. This is another
fascinating study area for Scout stamp collectors.
- AK 44 Perfin Polish Scout Warsaw Uprising
- British Perfins BSA, B-P, & others
- Canadian Perfins Boy Scout WJ Issue of 1955
- Netherland Perfins Boy Scout WJ Issue of 1937
- Netherland Indies Perfins Boy Scout WJ Issue of 1937
- USA Perfins Scout stamps
- ZHP Perfin Polish Boy Scout Association
Other Perfin Online Resources