WORLD STAMPS & POSTAL HISTORY
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May 2, 2023, 08:30 AM
Ganz joins Boston 2026 corporate board
by Linn’s StaffCheryl Ganz took over as president of the American Philatelic Society on April 3. -
May 1, 2023, 14:17 PM
Delcampe closes accounts in 23 states, DC and Puerto Rico
by Linn’s StaffThe affected accounts are closed for an indefinite period of time, according to Delcampe. -
May 1, 2023, 09:45 AM
Cozy bedtime story scene on Canada’s semipostal
by Molly GoadLiteracy and imagination are the themes of this year’s stamp. The design shows a snug group of animals and insects reading a book together under the moon. -
Apr 29, 2023, 09:00 AM
American Air Mail Society makes donation to Boston 2026 World Stamp Expo
by Linn’s StaffBoston 2026 World Expo will take place May 23-30, 2026, at the Boston Convention and Exposition Center. -
Apr 27, 2023, 19:01 PM
British stamps celebrate May 6 coronation of King Charles III and his public service
by Denise McCartyThe detailed stamp designs are based on newly commissioned wood engravings by British artist and stamp designer Andrew Davidson. -
Apr 27, 2023, 08:00 AM
What’s new for 2024 Scott Standard Volume 2?
by Jay BigalkeChina, the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the People’s Republic of China were reviewed closely. -
Apr 26, 2023, 10:00 AM
News report about state gifts to the Royal Philatelic Collection
by Jay BigalkeThe article looks in detail at the private stamp collection that has been passed down for a couple of generations of the British royal family. -
Apr 19, 2023, 12:00 PM
How should Scott catalog editors list the new King Charles definitives?
by Jay BigalkeEditors anticipate making a decision soon, with the first listings to appear in the Scott New Issues section of Scott Stamp Monthly later this year. -
Apr 19, 2023, 08:00 AM
Demand strong for cacheted FDCs from Vietnam
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerSome cachets are more sought after and valuable than others. Study the market before buying or selling. -
Apr 17, 2023, 14:09 PM
Embroidery, beads evoke motherly love on new Canadian stamps
by Molly GoadOn April 18, Canada Post issued two extraordinary animal stamp designs created with embroidery and beadwork techniques. -
Apr 17, 2023, 13:00 PM
Ukraine society to issue label honoring detection dog
by Linn’s StaffPatron, the famous Ukrainian mine-sniffing dog, has detected numerous mines during the ongoing war in Ukraine. -
Apr 13, 2023, 15:21 PM
Great Britain’s Royal Mail celebrates Robin Hood with April 13 issue
by David HartwigThe 10 first-class stamps (currently £1.10), presented in two se-tenant (side-by-side) strips of five, depict different scenes from the legend. -
Apr 13, 2023, 14:30 PM
Spain’s Cervantes Official mail set of interest to a variety of collectors
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerOn April 22, 1916, Spain issued the Cervantes Official mail stamps (Scott O12-O19), one of the world’s most beautiful Official mail stamp sets. -
Apr 12, 2023, 11:30 AM
Lectures, exhibits on Israel 75th Philatelic Academy site
by Jay BigalkeCollectors of Israel will want to take note of a new online resource. The Israel Philatelic Federation (IPF) and the Society of Israel Philatelists (SIP) collaborated in launching a new website in late March called the Israel 75 Philatelic Academy. -
Apr 12, 2023, 08:15 AM
Jersey issues set for land, sea, air emergency transport
by Molly GoadA History of Jersey’s Emergency Services features a selection of past and present emergency vehicles used on Jersey. -
Apr 3, 2023, 08:59 AM
The new 2024 Scott Volume 1; thousands of value changes, new images added to digital edition
by Jay BigalkeVolume 1A includes listings for the United States, United Nations, and countries of the world Aden through Australia. Listings for Austria through B countries of the world can be found in Vol. 1B. -
Apr 3, 2023, 08:30 AM
Luxembourgish replaces French on recent Luxembourg stamps
by David HartwigDesigns on recent stamps issued by Post Luxembourg bear the Luxembourgish name Letzebuerg rather than the French name Luxembourg. -
Mar 30, 2023, 12:30 PM
Music study group opens poll for best 2022 music stamp
by Linn’s StaffFounded in 1959, Motivgruppe Musik has conducted an annual poll to determine the most popular music stamp of the year since 1980. -
Mar 29, 2023, 08:15 AM
Spirited bidding for Czechoslovakia Butterfly panes in recent auction
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerCzechoslovakia issued stamps known and appreciated for their varied and interesting topics and high production and design qualities. -
Mar 28, 2023, 08:00 AM
United Nations to mark World Art Day April 15 with six stamps
by David HartwigThe designs feature artwork from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) art collection.
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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