U.S. STAMPS & POSTAL HISTORY
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Dec 2, 2022, 12:00 PM
Boston 2026 World Expo receives donation from USSS
by Linn’s StaffThe United States Stamp Society will host a society booth throughout the international exhibition. -
Dec 1, 2022, 15:06 PM
First Moon Landing, other U.S. stamps go off sale Dec. 31
by Linn’s StaffNotice of the upcoming withdrawal from sale of these stamps was published in the Dec. 1 issue of the Postal Bulletin. -
Dec 1, 2022, 13:00 PM
Scott numbers assigned to Snowy Beauty, other recent U.S. stamps
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. -
Nov 30, 2022, 10:55 AM
Issue dates, locations announced for Red Fox, other U.S. 2023 stamps
by Charles SneeThe U.S. Postal Service revealed issue dates and locations for nine stamps in its 2023 program. -
Nov 30, 2022, 08:54 AM
A stamp from an attractive set of classic bicolor, engraved U.S. issues
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe stamps were issued May 1, 1901, the first day of the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, N.Y. -
Nov 29, 2022, 08:53 AM
Micarelli guide book to U.S. classic stamps available
by Jay BigalkeThe stamps are organized by design and denomination for the definitive stamps of this era. -
Nov 28, 2022, 13:00 PM
Hofmeyr wins single-frame Champion of Champions award for U.S. grills exhibit
by Jay BigalkeHofmeyr’s exhibit was one of 22 qualifying exhibits in the single-frame Champion of Champions competition. -
Nov 28, 2022, 09:56 AM
‘Peanuts’ character Pigpen front and center for December cartoon contest
by John M. HotchnerEntries with a touch of humor or irony stand the best chance of winning the contest. -
Nov 25, 2022, 13:30 PM
Elf with present on new USPS holiday postage label
by Jay BigalkeThe postage labels are dispensed at self-service kiosks installed in many post offices across the country. -
Nov 25, 2022, 12:24 PM
Why Minden, Neb., is the ‘Christmas City’
by John M. HotchnerHow hard do you have to look to find a Christmas connection on a philatelic item? -
Nov 23, 2022, 11:30 AM
Linn’s reader identifies 1937 Christmas card artist
by John M. HotchnerThe picture is titled The Philatelists, but the name was altered for use on the Christmas card. -
Nov 22, 2022, 16:19 PM
First-day-of-issue details for U.S. Railroad Stations set
by Linn’s StaffThe stamps, designed by Down the Street Designs, will be issued in panes of 20. -
Nov 22, 2022, 12:00 PM
A rare Christmas card from a POW in Korea
by John M. HotchnerOne reason so few of these greetings survive is that the amount of surviving POW mail is quite small. -
Nov 21, 2022, 13:00 PM
Westpex 2023 prospectus available
by Linn’s StaffWestpex 2023 will celebrate the 150th anniversary of the cable car. -
Nov 17, 2022, 08:00 AM
Tagging-omitted errors found on 2017 Love, 2022 Flags stamps
by Charles SneeRobert Thompson, a specialist in U.S. plate number coil stamps, discovered the new errors. -
Nov 16, 2022, 08:00 AM
A stamp yet to be acquired by many U.S. collectors
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerIt is the only imperforate 2¢ Washington type I coil stamp that was produced by rotary press. -
Nov 11, 2022, 11:30 AM
Ohio cachetmaker belonged to Linn’s five-year club
by John M. HotchnerCachetmaker Bruce R. McIntyre might have been an original subscriber to Linn’s Stamp News. -
Nov 10, 2022, 13:00 PM
Housekeeping on Martha Washington’s mind for October cartoon caption contest winner
by John M. HotchnerGeorge Washington’s wife waited 55 years for her first philatelic appearance. -
Nov 8, 2022, 11:00 AM
APS, APRL hold joint board meeting Nov. 3 in Bellefonte, Pa.
by Charles SneeThe meeting took place one day before the Aerophilately 2022 show held Nov. 4-6 at the American Philatelic Center. -
Nov 7, 2022, 14:45 PM
Epting resigns from ASDA board of directors
by Linn’s StaffEpting sent his resignation notice, which was effective immediately, to the other members of the board.
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US Stamps Oct 7, 2024, 8 AM
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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