U.S. STAMPS & POSTAL HISTORY
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Jan 19, 2024, 13:00 PM
Beck appointed to Citizens’ Stamp Advisory Committee
by Linn’s StaffBeck’s philatelic journey began when he was 8 years old. He particularly enjoys thematic and topical collecting. -
Jan 19, 2024, 09:00 AM
Pillars of Creation and Cosmic Cliffs debut Jan. 22 on new Stellar Formations series of Priority Mail stamps
by Charles SneeThe designated first-day city is Greenbelt, Md., home to the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, which managed the development of the Webb Telescope. -
Jan 17, 2024, 12:30 PM
Prospectus available for Philatelic Show 2024
by Linn’s StaffThe show will feature up to 100 exhibit frames, more than 50 dealers and a youth area. -
Jan 17, 2024, 08:00 AM
Search for sets of U.S. 1942-46 motor vehicle use revenue stamps
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe stamps were denominated according to how long they were valid for use, which depended on the month in which they were purchased. -
Jan 16, 2024, 11:00 AM
Constance Baker Motley to be honored on 47th Black Heritage stamp Jan. 31 in New York City
by Charles SneeConstance Baker Motley was the first Black woman to have argued a case before the U.S. Supreme Court. She won nine of the 10 cases that she argued before the nation’s highest court. -
Jan 16, 2024, 07:45 AM
How a misspelling sparked a new collection
by Jay BigalkeHow we end up on the journey to collect something seems to always have a story. -
Jan 15, 2024, 10:15 AM
1932 cover raises a question: what is a preventorium?
by John M. HotchnerThe pictured 1932 cacheted cover has a connection to Christmas seals even though a seal is not affixed to it. -
Jan 11, 2024, 14:21 PM
UCLA Pauley Pavilion to host Feb. 24 first day for John Wooden stamp
by Charles SneeKnown as the “Wizard of Westwood,” Wooden coached the Bruins to four perfect 30-0 seasons. -
Jan 11, 2024, 12:00 PM
Inside Linn’s: It’s time to get ready for the April 8 total solar eclipse
by Charles SneeAlso this week, a tip to look out for stamps picturing Queen Margarethe II of Denmark, and taking a close look at an assortment of stamps from 30 countries. -
Jan 11, 2024, 10:30 AM
New plate number discovered on U.S. 2023 Patriotic Block coil stamp
by Charles SneeThe “B” prefix in the B222 plate number represents the printer, Banknote Corporation of America. -
Jan 10, 2024, 11:00 AM
Joann R. Lenz, 1938-2023
by Charles SneeJoann Lenz was a passionate supporter of the hobby who always had a smile on her face and a kind word for anyone who came to her with questions. -
Jan 9, 2024, 16:08 PM
USPS to launch new Priority Mail series Jan. 22 featuring Webb Telescope photos of remarkable stellar formations
by Charles SneeThe designated first-day city is Greenbelt, Md., home to the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, which managed the development of the Webb Telescope. -
Jan 9, 2024, 12:00 PM
Completing a matched set of Snow Globes stamps and postmarks
by Jay BigalkeThe four new postmarks show snow globes with a snowman, Santa, a tree and a row of three buildings. -
Jan 8, 2024, 12:30 PM
Complex 1913 Christmas seal provides many challenges
by John M. HotchnerCertainly one of the most sought-after of the United States national Christmas seals is type I of the 1913 designs. -
Jan 8, 2024, 10:30 AM
ATA to offer free virtual programs
by Linn’s StaffThe programs will cover such topics as the Boston 2026 World Expo, the history of anti-Jewish behavior in America, and using social media to enhance the collecting experience. -
Jan 8, 2024, 07:45 AM
Second imperf error of 2023 Freedom U.S. Flag coil found in Colorado
by Charles SneeThe new error occurs on the nondenominated (63¢) Freedom U.S. Flag coil printed in rolls of 100 by Ashton Potter (USA) Ltd. of Williamsville, N.Y. -
Jan 7, 2024, 13:00 PM
December cartoon caption contest winner has Columbus taking a navigational leap into the future
by John M. HotchnerUndoubtedly, Queen Isabella had questions for Columbus, and several entries commented on that aspect. -
Jan 5, 2024, 13:17 PM
New United States Holiday Joy forever stamps unveiled
by Jay BigalkeThe United States Postal Service will issue four new Holiday Joy forever stamps this fall. -
Jan 5, 2024, 08:30 AM
New U.S. stamp rings in Year of the Dragon Jan. 25 in Seattle, Wash.
by Charles SneeThe new nondenominated (68¢) Year of the Dragon forever stamp features an ornate three-dimensional ceremonial mask by Camille Chew. -
Jan 4, 2024, 14:00 PM
AFDCS elects board of directors
by Linn’s StaffJeff Hayward, Patrick Morgan and Eric Wile have been elected as new members of the American First Day Cover Society board of directors.
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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