The H.E. Harris Volume B is part of a multi-volume series specifically designed for the collector of U.S. Plate Number Blocks. Volume B picks up where Volume A leaves off, typically covering a specific era of mid-to-late 20th-century U.S. issues. This "Traditional" binder set provides a professional, library-quality home for these unique philatelic items.
Plate blocks (the corner stamps of a sheet containing the plate serial number) require specific page layouts that differ from standard single-stamp albums.
Custom Page Layouts: Each page is pre-printed with chemically neutral black illustrations that act as a guide. The spaces are sized specifically for four-stamp (or larger) plate blocks, ensuring the plate number is clearly visible within the display.
Chronological Organization: Volume B is organized by Scott Catalogue numbers, allowing you to follow the historical timeline of U.S. postal releases. It typically covers issues from the mid-1960s through the late 1980s (exact year coverage can vary by edition).
Traditional 3-Ring Binding: The binder utilizes a heavy-duty, standard 3-ring mechanism. This allows the album to lay flat when open—essential for safely mounting or viewing delicate stamps—and makes it easy to add supplemental "Year Pages" as your collection grows.
Archival-Quality Paper: Pages are printed on heavy-weight, acid-free cream-colored cardstock. This prevents the paper from yellowing over time and protects the "gum" side of the stamps from chemical degradation.
This set includes both the binder and the initial set of pages. Note that plate block albums typically do not come with mounts; you will need to provide your own.
Binder Style: Large 3-ring binder with a reinforced spine.
Dimensions: 10'' W x 11.5'' H.
Series: Volume B (Traditional Series).
Compatibility: Designed for 4-stamp plate blocks (Commemoratives and some Definitives).
Materials: Acid-free cardstock (Pages); Vinyl-wrapped heavy board (Binder).
| Feature | Specification |
| Model Number | #8ANC2442 (Traditional Volume B) |
| UPC | 028074024425 |
| Era Covered | Mid-1960s to Late-1980s |
| Page Style | Illustrated / Single-Sided |
| Mounting | Requires standard Plate Block Mounts or Hinges |
Mounting Choices: To preserve the maximum value of your plate blocks (especially "Mint Never Hinged" specimens), use black-backed split-back mounts. These provide a dramatic frame against the cream pages while protecting the gum.
Volume Transitions: Always check the last page of your Volume A to ensure there is no overlap with Volume B. H.E. Harris designs these to be seamless, but different editions may have slightly different cut-off dates.
Expansion: Because plate blocks are bulky, do not overfill the binder. If the rings begin to strain, it is safer to split the pages into a matching H.E. Harris "Blank" binder to prevent the rings from "biting" or tearing the page holes.