WORLD STAMPS & POSTAL HISTORY
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May 12, 2016, 12:10 PM
Stamps show history of development of Christianity in Moldova: Stamps of Eastern Europe
by By Rick MillerTrying to define Moldova can be a bit like trying to nail jelly to the wall. A national entity named Moldova has existed since 1359. -
May 12, 2016, 11:03 AM
International Day of U.N. Peacekeepers U.N.-Austria joint issue
by By Denise McCartyA joint issue of the United Nations Postal Administration and Austria Post set for a May 29 release pays tribute to United Nations peacekeepers. -
May 12, 2016, 10:45 AM
Donald Trump makes postal appearance on Central African Republic sheet
by By Denise McCartyDonald Trump and other famous New Yorkers are pictured on a new stamp issue from the Central African Republic. -
May 12, 2016, 09:40 AM
Stamp-on-stamp designs celebrate the 65th anniversary of UNPA
by By Denise McCartyThe United Nations Postal Administration commemorates the 65th anniversary of the UNPA New York office on a new set of stamps. -
May 12, 2016, 07:13 AM
Historic stationery explained to Royal Philatelic Society London members
by CMS AdminThe ‘Franco’ envelopes of the royal postal service of Saxony from 1859 to 1865 recently highlighted a presentation to the RPSL. -
May 12, 2016, 04:30 AM
Collectors are seeking Lebanon 2014 Armenian Genocide issue: Stamp Market Tips
by By Henry Gitner and Rick MillerA newer issue that we think is a good buy is the Lebanon £2,000 Armenian Genocide Monument, Bikfaya stamp (Scott 703) issued April 15, 2014. -
May 6, 2016, 23:30 PM
Born May 7: Johannes Brahms
by By Michael BaadkeJohannes Brahms is one of the legendary "three B's" of German composers (along with Bach and Beethoven). His famous Lullaby is familiar to all who hear it. -
May 6, 2016, 09:52 AM
Canada Post offers Star Trek prestige booklet, more in May 5 set
by By Michael BaadkeCanada Post issued its new Star Trek 50th anniversary set May 5, with stamps and first-day covers in almost every imaginable format, booklet included. -
May 6, 2016, 09:00 AM
Fond memories of past internationals and looking forward to WSS-NY 2016: Editor’s Insights
by By Donna HousemanLinn's Stamp News Editorial Director Donna Houseman reflects on international stamp shows as she looks ahead to WSS-NY 2016. -
May 6, 2016, 05:49 AM
Readers’ favorite U.S. issue of 2015 revealed, ‘Scotty’ gets a stamp: Week’s Most Read
by CMS AdminAlso this week, another Star Trek star got a stamp from Canada Post, and Angry Birds now have their own United Nations issue. -
May 5, 2016, 08:49 AM
A world of food on Sweden’s stamps; local cuisine in Norden series: New Stamps of the World
by By Denise McCartyA hamburger represents American cuisine on a new stamp from Sweden. The hamburger has the works on it, including cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, mayonnaise, and ketchup. -
May 5, 2016, 05:54 AM
Want first-day covers for Canada Post’s Star Trek stamps? Here’s how!
by By Lloyd de VriesThis year marks the 50th anniversary of the beloved television series Star Trek. Both the United States and Canada are issuing stamps to mark the occasion. -
May 4, 2016, 11:49 AM
Egypt 1938 King Farouk 18th Birthday stamp: Tip of the Week
by By Henry Gitner and Rick MillerKing Farouk of Egypt was born Feb. 11, 1920, in Cairo. Although technically succeeded for 11 months by his infant son, Fuad II, he was effectively the last ruler of the dynasty founded by the first khedive of Egypt, Mohammed Ali. -
May 4, 2016, 08:45 AM
Crawford philatelic library to go online May 30
by CMS AdminThe philatelic library of the 26th earl of Crawford will be available online at the Global Philatelic Library. -
May 4, 2016, 07:59 AM
Beautiful Bermuda postal history on display for the RPSL
by CMS AdminDavid Pitts highlights his collection of postal history from Bermuda. Some covers arrived in England as early as 1617. -
May 3, 2016, 09:55 AM
World Stamp Show-NY 2016 Booth Holder Profile: Canada Stamp Finder
by CMS AdminCanada Stamp Finder is a dealer that has for three decades been serving collectors of not just Canada, but of many countries. -
May 3, 2016, 06:15 AM
The queen’s 90 years of style
by By George deKornfeldNew stamps honoring Queen Elizabeth’s 90th birthday reflect the pomp and circumstance that surround royal events. -
May 3, 2016, 05:15 AM
Klingons captured on Canada’s May 5 Star Trek set
by By Michael BaadkeAfter featuring popular Star Trek characters from the Federation — Kirk, Spock, McCoy and Scotty — Canada Post reveals stamps showing a Klingon commander and battle cruiser. -
May 2, 2016, 05:30 AM
Christoph Gaertner acquires Schwanke auction house
by By Michael BaadkeThe Christoph Gaertner auction firm in Germany has acquired a second auction house in Hamburg. In 2015, Gaertner acquired the Edgar Mohrmann firm. -
Apr 29, 2016, 23:30 PM
Born April 30: David Thompson
by By Michael BaadkeSurveyor, cartographer and explorer, David Thompson documented the wilderness of North America in the early years of the 19th century and created the important first maps of the vast lands.
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