Work With a Family with over 135 Years of Experience

WELCOME TO HARMERS INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Throughout the globe the Harmer name is synonymous with philately.  The family name means integrity, service, and top selling prices.  Harmers International, Inc. brings the best of the old school values and traditions with modern technology.

Four generations of experience in the philatelic market allows us to recognize the unique goals of both buyers and sellers.  Understanding the market and the marketing of stamps makes us the firm to turn to for all your philatelic needs; from buying to selling and estate planning – we are here for you.

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    We offer a Broad Range

    SERVICES

    SELLING YOUR COLLECTION

    SELLING

    Our sellers range from individuals and estates to collectors, dealers and major institutions. We recognize and will make all reasonable efforts to accommodate our seller’s needs. We take that extra step to offer services not found elsewhere.

    Please review our variety of services and feel free to contact us to discuss your particular needs.

    HELP FILLING YOUR COLLECTION

    BUYERS SERVICES

    • Fresh Material
    • Buyers Assistance
    • Want Lists
    • Private Negatiations

    Our buyers are provided with several purchasing forums, a complete pallet of bidding and viewing options for participation in our auctions, and unprecedented buyer services. Purchasing through Harmers is a simple and enjoyable experience.

    SUPPORTING OUR HOBBY

    • Low Cost to Zero Seller's Commission for Not-For-Profits
    • Lecture Service
    • Sharing our Resources with Clubs
    • Free assistance to new collectors

    All of us at Harmers International, Inc. believe in supporting the future of the hobby through service to the hobby.  We offer clubs free access to our webinar and conference platform and low to zero commission on materials consigned by not-for-profit groups.

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    FAMILY'S YEARS OF SERVICE

    $ 250 Million Dollars

    VALUE OF LOTS SOLD

    450000

    LOTS SOLD EXCEED

    45000

    TRUSTED CLIENTS

    ABOUT US

    Company History

    THE HARMER NAME IS SYNONYMOUS WITH PHILATELY. Beginning in London in 1884, Henry Revell Harmer,  grandfather of current Harmers International, Inc. president, Keith A. Harmer, embossed the Harmer name on the pages of philatelic history. Currently grooming the 4th generation, the “Harmer” family is the most trusted and highly respected name in stamps, autographs, manuscripts and other fine collectables.

    Well Focused

    OUR HISTORY

    1885 The Harmers Philatelic Journey Begins

    Grandfather Henry Revelle Harmer( (H.R) began buying and selling stamps.

    2008 Keith sells the Firm H.R. Harmer to Manning Auctions

    After 90 years on four continents, Keith and Alison sold the last of the original Harmer companies.

    2009 Keith began Harmers International, Inc.

    The firm Keith sold moved out of New York City and Keith’s clients urged him to open a boutique auction house.  A new generation of Harmer’s joined him.

    YOUR HOUSE OR OURS

    You are always welcome to bring your collection to our house, or we will come to your home or office.

    COLLECTOR FOCUSED

    Each collector has unique goals and objectives. The Harmer family focuses on your needs over our interests.

    LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY

    Harmers have been early adopters of technology.  Bernard was the first auction house to buy a Main Frame and we have helped many through the pandemic with Zoom Webinars.

    KNOWING THE MARKET

    The market changes.  If the time is not right to sell, we will advise you.  We will even refer you to other firms if they would be a better fit for your material.

    Supporting the hobby

    The Harmer Family has served Philatelists for generations

    Why Choose Us

    The Harmer Family Difference

    Throughout the globe, the Harmer family is synonymous with integrity, service, and top-selling prices. We have unique services for a variety of clients.

    Whatever your philatelic need is ….. Harmers is here to help!

    SELLERS - have a menu of selling methods

    We offer our sellers a variety of ways to sell their collections one of which is bound to be suitable to a seller’s needs and preferences. We work with our clients to understand their needs and provide the information needed to select the most suitable method of sale.

    We offer our sellers a large variety of services to help our clients through every step of the selling process. We have developed services to help address those non-tangible issues typically encountered by clients. From free consultations to help clients understand the value or significance of a collection, to commemorative sale documentation to help preserve the collection for friends and family, Harmers offers services you will not find elsewhere.

    We invite you to click on our SELLING OPTIONS and explore many of the unique services we have.

    BUYERS - have reliable bidding methods and services

    Regardless of your buying level, Harmers offers a forum for you. In addition to the Live Public Auctions which Harmers is known for, we are introducing a continual online auction service for lots with a lower lot value. Irrespective of the amount or method of purchase, the same Harmer tradition of integrity applies. We strive to make purchasing safe, secure and a pleasurable experience.

    We have developed cutting edge technology to make our Live auctions accessible to all those interested, without the cost and time to attend the auction personally. Many businesses force clients to adapt to technology – not Harmers. We have studied the technological needs and capabilities of our clients and have worked with technology providers to adapt the technology to the clients.

    Please click on our Buying Section to explore the services we offer for our buyers

    COLLECTORS – have trusted partners.

    We believe collectors are more than just a buyer/sellers. In addition to traditional appraisal services offered by most companies, Harmers offers a forum to exhibit your collection on our web. We can assist with collection development, preparation and display as well as researching individual pieces.

    For over one hundred years the Harmer family has provided guidance with estate planning and dispute mediation. We offer advice and guidance for new collectors and support young philatelists. Soon we will be offering reprints of the original Harmer Stamp Hints in our new electronic newsletter.

    Collectors should explore our Other Services in addition to the Buyers and Sellers sections of our Web site.

    INSTITUTIONS – have our experienced staff

    Harmers understands the unique requirements of governments and large institutions. We have on staff a Government contract expert to insure any statutory compliance required. Harmers is uniquely prepared to conduct local, state and federal liquidations or to offer advice or proposals for bequeathed or archival materials.

    Governments and Institutions should contact Harmers International, Inc. or include us on your list to receive opportunity announcements.

    THE HOBBY

    The Harmer family has decades of service to the hobby which now includes the use of our virtual meeting room and gallery. We make staff available for club and classroom visits, to help the younger generation discover the pleasure historic insights stamp collecting can offer.

    ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH PHILATELY BUT CAN’T CONSULT WITH ANYONE?

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