The journal of the West Africa Study Circle has been published since 1975. During that period there have been just three editors. Cameo appears twice each year, in January and July. It is in A4 format, typically with fifty pages of a wide range of articles and comment. There are sections reviewing recently published literature and auction reports. The magazine has been awarded silver medals at national and international philatelic competitions. There is a St. Helena & Ascension Supplement to Cameo which is distributed to members on request. In addition to Cameo, there is a quarterly Secretary’s newsletter detailing news and meetings.
The society has a large library of several hundred volumes of books, catalogues, cuttings etc which is generally available for research. Books may be borrowed within the United Kingdom. Postage both ways must be paid by the borrower.
One of the most active areas of the society is the publication of philatelic literature, ranging from definitive handbooks on major subjects down to monographs on very specialised topics. All literature published is made available to members of the study circle at discounted prices. Several of the society’s recent publications have received high awards at national and international competitions. See the list of recent Publications for Sale.
The study circle meets twice a year in London at the Royal Philatelic Society’s premises in Devonshire Place. These events are usually in early March and November. An informal meeting is also held in Salisbury during July each year. Additionally, a weekend conference is held every second year. The venue varies; previous meetings have been held at York, Leamington and Chester. These have been most successful with many members bringing their partners to enjoy the social side of the weekend. See the list of Meetings.
A society postal auction is held twice a year allowing members the opportunity to buy and sell specialised material at low commission rates. Bids can be entered by email. The auctions are timed to allow viewing at the society’s London meetings for those able to attend. The bi-annual conference has a live auction.
There are separate editors for each study area who can be addressed directly by members.
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