U.S. STAMPS & POSTAL HISTORY
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Mar 21, 2024, 08:15 AM
Inside Linn’s: A King Kong cinderella to go ape over
by Charles SneeAlso this week, a tip to look for a handsome 1909 set from China picturing the Temple of Heaven in Peking, and our mixture reviewer runs the numbers on a sample from a worldwide assortment. -
Mar 20, 2024, 11:24 AM
Randolph L. ‘Randy’ Neil, 1941-2024
by John M. HotchnerRandy Neil, well known to American stamp collectors as an author, exhibitor, editor, researcher and expert on several aspects of United States philately, died peacefully in hospice on March 6 at the age of 82. -
Mar 19, 2024, 11:00 AM
Stamps capture national headlines in February, March
by Jay BigalkeSeveral recent articles published nationally have done quite well in sharing the message of philately with everyone. -
Mar 18, 2024, 10:30 AM
U.S. stamps with several colors but only one plate number
by John M. HotchnerThis system of single-digit numbers representing longer plate numbers is still in use, with some modifications, today. -
Mar 18, 2024, 08:15 AM
New U.S. stamp to raise awareness of manatees March 27 in Silver Springs, Fla.
by Charles SneeThe new nondenominated (68¢) Save Manatees stamp will debut on Manatee Appreciation Day. -
Mar 14, 2024, 09:30 AM
Inside Linn’s: The first stamp in the U.S. Americana series
by Charles SneeAlso this week, digging into the new online magazine for the next generation of stamp collectors, and a review of a worldwide mixture featuring some attractive stamps with high catalog values. -
Mar 13, 2024, 11:00 AM
Flowers bloom on two U.S. stamps March 22 at St. Louis Stamp Expo
by Charles SneeThe Celebration Blooms and Wedding Blooms stamps are intended primarily as wedding invitation postage but are valid for any postal use. -
Mar 11, 2024, 08:45 AM
A book in the works: reader’s questions wanted
by John M. HotchnerThe question can be about the past, present or future within the world of stamp collecting. -
Mar 9, 2024, 10:00 AM
Stellar Formations, other recent U.S. stamps assigned Scott catalog numbers
by Charles SneeHaving these numbers handy will allow you to easily locate these stamps in the Scott catalogs and learn about their production and values. -
Mar 7, 2024, 13:00 PM
February cartoon caption contest winner gets serious with Woodrow Wilson
by John M. HotchnerThe majority of the entries in the cartoon contest were of a serious nature without the usual humor for which Linn’s readers are known. -
Mar 7, 2024, 10:00 AM
Inside Linn’s: Blue Origin returns to flight in a big way
by Charles SneeAlso this week, a look at some frustrations in the world of first-day covers, and a tip to look for a set of 1916 provisional stamps from a small Portuguese colony. -
Mar 6, 2024, 21:57 PM
Design of surprise U.S. stamp for first lady Betty Ford unveiled March 6 at White House
by Allen Abel, Washington CorrespondentFirst Lady Jill Biden and senior officials of the United States Postal Service convened in the East Room of the White House on March 6 to unveil a new postage stamp honoring Betty Ford. -
Mar 6, 2024, 12:00 PM
Garden Delights stamps hover into view March 16 at March Party stamp show
by Charles SneeGreg Breeding, a seasoned designer and art director for the U.S. Postal Service, worked with wildlife photographer Ben King, whose vibrant pictures appear on the Garden Delights stamps. -
Mar 5, 2024, 11:00 AM
Abdul-Jabbar makes surprise appearance at John Wooden first-day ceremony
by Jay BigalkeKareem Abdul-Jabbar’s guest appearance was noticed by numerous national media outlets. -
Mar 4, 2024, 20:06 PM
USPS adds stamp for former first lady Betty Ford to 2024 program
by Linn's StaffA surprise addition to the 2024 United States stamp program was announced March 4 by the White House. -
Mar 4, 2024, 10:45 AM
St. Louis Stamp Expo March 22-24
by Linn’s StaffThe show will feature 156 frames of competitive exhibits. -
Mar 4, 2024, 07:45 AM
Banquet menu printed on back of 1948 souvenir sheet
by John M. HotchnerThis unusual souvenir is a creation of the Rocky Mountain Philatelic Library. -
Mar 1, 2024, 09:30 AM
Okpex show moves to new location
by Linn’s StaffOkpex will feature 12 to 15 dealers, and the United States Postal Service will have a booth at the show. A youth area will offer buckets of free stamps. -
Feb 29, 2024, 11:30 AM
Oversize counterfeit U.S. 2010 Love stamp found on cover
by Charles SneeThe cover bears a fake 2010 44¢ Love in combination with three other genuine stamps: two 2016 10¢ Red Pears coil stamps and a 2016 5¢ Pinot Noir Grapes coil stamp. -
Feb 28, 2024, 08:00 AM
Minute Man savings stamp in strong demand for almost 20 years
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe bronze Minute Man statue by Daniel Chester French shown on the stamp stands in the National Historical Park in Concord, Mass.
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US Stamps Oct 6, 2024, 1 PM
Apgar souvenir card available
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US Stamps Oct 6, 2024, 12 PM
First Continental Congress and U.N. stamps receive Scott catalog numbers
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World Stamps Oct 5, 2024, 9 AM
Canada Post continues Truth and Reconciliation series
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US Stamps Oct 4, 2024, 2 PM
86th Balpex show set for Oct. 25-27 at new location