WORLD STAMPS & POSTAL HISTORY
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May 26, 2016, 08:49 AM
1918 Czechoslovakia Scout Post Bohemian Lion set: Tip of the Week
by By Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe Czech Scout Post was in operation from Nov. 7 to Nov. 25, 1918, when regular postal authorities assumed responsibility for the mail. -
May 25, 2016, 08:39 AM
Tradition of semipostal stamps Down Under continues to present day: Stamps Down Under
by By Janet KlugSemipostals are postage stamps that carry mail but also have an added fee to raise money for charitable purposes or other reasons. -
May 24, 2016, 11:18 AM
‘Formidable’ display of Sierra Leone shown to RPSL
by CMS AdminFrank Walton, president of the Royal Philatelic Society London, gave a presentation to society members May 19 highlighting stamps and postal history from Sierra Leone. -
May 23, 2016, 11:21 AM
Stamp pane for U.N. Industrial Development Organization’s anniversary
by By Denise McCartyA new United Nations Postal Administration stamp marks the 50th anniversary of the UN's Industrial Development Organization. -
May 22, 2016, 23:30 PM
Born May 23: Carolus Linnaeus
by By Michael BaadkeEighteenth-century Swedish botanist Carolus Linnaeus (Carl von Linne) created the system of species classification that is still in use today. -
May 20, 2016, 09:59 AM
People, places and events of New York featured on WSS-NY 2016 stamps: New Stamps of the World
by By Denise McCartyScenes of New York City are pictured on postage stamps and other philatelic souvenirs honoring World Stamp Show-NY 2016. -
May 20, 2016, 06:54 AM
Canada has celebrated many remarkable women on its postage stamps: Collecting Canada
by By Fred BaumannBefore women's suffrage became national in Canada, it was provincial, beginning about 100 years ago on Jan. 28, 1916. -
May 20, 2016, 06:42 AM
Websites of Stamporama and ATA have won several APS awards: Computers and Stamps
by By William F. SharpeOne way of finding well-designed stamp websites is to look at the list of award winners from the 2015 APS' chapter and affiliate websites. -
May 20, 2016, 06:33 AM
New stamps from Great Britain combine animal designs and mail
by By Denise McCartyNew cut-to-shape postage stamps from Great Britain's Royal Mail are designed to cling to the edge of envelopes and postcards. -
May 20, 2016, 06:31 AM
Introduction to Scott catalogs contains valuable information for every collector: Editor’s Insights
by By Donna HousemanTo get the most out of the Scott catalogs, users must read the introduction to the catalog. A wealth of information is packed into these pages. -
May 19, 2016, 10:34 AM
10-franc Eupodotis Senegalensis stamp: Tip of the Week
by By Henry Gitner and Rick MillerMicronations saw revenue opportunities in the stamp production business and made lots of them for collectors. Djibouti took an alternative route. -
May 18, 2016, 06:02 AM
Plan ahead to get the most out of WSS-NY 2016
by By Fred BaumannBetween May 28 and June 4, New York City’s Jacob Javits Convention Center will host more than 60 hours of philately at its finest. -
May 17, 2016, 09:38 AM
What collectors can expect at WSS-NY 2016
by By Wayne ChenWayne Chen highlights what to expect at World Stamp Show-NY 2016. His advice will help you get the most out of this incredible eight-day celebration of stamp collecting. -
May 17, 2016, 05:12 AM
Editor recalls blasts from the past of Scott Publishing Co.
by By Martin J. FrankeviczScott senior editor Martin J. Frankevicz fondly recalls some of his early experiences working for Scott Publishing Co. in New York City. -
May 16, 2016, 23:30 PM
Born May 17: Edward Jenner
by By Michael BaadkeExperiments by British physician Edward Jenner (1749-1823) led to an effective vaccine for the deadly smallpox virus. For his historic medical breakthrough, Jenner has been honored on several stamps. -
May 16, 2016, 11:59 AM
So what’s happened since the last New York international stamp exhibition?
by By Martin J. FrankeviczPlenty has happened in the stamp hobby since the last international show in New York. Scott senior editor Martin J. Frankevicz highlights those events. -
May 16, 2016, 09:22 AM
Some tips for enjoying your stay in New York City during World Stamp Show-NY 2016
by By Wayne ChenTake advantage of the unique dining experiences and attractions within walking distance of the Javits Convention Center. -
May 13, 2016, 23:30 PM
Born May 14: Cate Blanchett
by By Michael BaadkeAustralian actress Cate Blanchett, who was honored on stamps in 2009, has won two Oscars for her performances in The Aviator and Blue Jasmine. -
May 13, 2016, 09:04 AM
Linn’s Editorial Advisory Board plans panel discussion at World Stamp Show: Editorial Insights
by By Donna HousemanThe Linn's Editorial Advisory Board will conduct its second panel discussion titled "The State of the Stamp Hobby" at World Stamp Show NY 2016. It's open to the public. -
May 13, 2016, 08:25 AM
Memorial and local Kiribati scenes, Guernsey cow on WSS-NY 2016 stamps
by By Denise McCartyThe Pacific island nation of Kiribati is issuing four stamps May 28 combining local scenes with the Statue of Liberty logo of World Stamp Show-NY 2016, the international stamp show taking place May 28-June 4 in New York City.
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