WORLD STAMPS & POSTAL HISTORY
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Aug 31, 2020, 09:30 AM
Justice League heroes leap onto new Portugal issue
by Molly GoadThere are six stamp designs, depicting each of the main characters from the 2017 film Justice League: Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, The Flash and Cyborg. -
Aug 25, 2020, 08:30 AM
Australia celebrates Stamp Collecting Month, Princes Highway, fossils
by Denise McCartyThe theme for this year’s Stamp Collecting Month is wildlife recovery. -
Aug 24, 2020, 09:20 AM
Is this the new normal for stamp shows worldwide?
by Jay BigalkeLarge venues with fewer dealers and collectors attending might be more of what to expect for future shows. -
Aug 18, 2020, 08:30 AM
The sun shines in different ways on new stamps
by Denise McCartyThe new solar-themed stamps are from Taiwan, Kiribati, France and Germany. -
Aug 18, 2020, 08:30 AM
Spain takes printing innovations to the extreme
by Jay BigalkeIn the last few years, Spain has pushed the boundary of what stamp printers are able to do. -
Aug 17, 2020, 13:00 PM
Over 3,000 recycled plastic bottles used to create Liechtenstein stamp issue
by Denise McCartyThe purpose of the stamp is to promote environmental protection and the recovery of recyclable materials from waste. -
Aug 17, 2020, 10:30 AM
APS announces Luff awards to Gough, Kouri, Grant
by Linn’s StaffThe Luff award was established in 1940, when the first awards were presented to Stanley B. Ashbrook and August Dietz. -
Aug 9, 2020, 10:00 AM
Sarasota 2021 exhibition plans articles-only literature exhibit
by Linn’s StaffAuthors wishing to participate in the exhibit are advised to send entries in quickly since space is limited. -
Aug 8, 2020, 14:00 PM
United Nations adds eight stamps to Flag series
by Denise McCartyLike the previous stamps in this U.N. Flag series, the designs are se-tenant (side-by-side) in blocks of four in panes of 16. -
Aug 7, 2020, 09:00 AM
Inside Linn’s: Making your own first-day cover album
by Charles SneeAlso this week, profiling patron saints on stamps of Eastern European countries, and a sample from an inexpensive mixture yields some nice stamps from 18 countries. -
Aug 6, 2020, 09:00 AM
Complete collection of Dalmatia consists of 14 stamps
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe Scott Classic Specialized catalog value for the whole country of Dalmatia is $434 for stamps in unused hinged condition. -
Aug 5, 2020, 09:17 AM
Secret text hidden on Britain’s Sherlock stamps
by Denise McCartyGreat Britain’s Royal Mail is issuing 10 stamps Aug. 18 celebrating the fictional private detective Sherlock Holmes. The designs of the stamps were revealed Aug. 4. -
Aug 3, 2020, 09:00 AM
What’s new for 2021 Scott Standard catalog volumes 5A and 5B?
by Jay BigalkeStamps of Russia issued 1960 to date were looked at closely, and more than 1,800 value changes were made. -
Aug 3, 2020, 08:30 AM
Online selling and buying tips sought from sellers, collectors
by Jay BigalkeDepending on the feedback received, the replies could be published in more than one column in future issues of Linn’s. -
Aug 1, 2020, 10:00 AM
Great Outdoors, Hip Hop stamps receive Scott numbers
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. -
Jul 24, 2020, 09:16 AM
Amos Media Co. moving to new offices effective Sept. 1
by Linn's StaffFrom Aug. 20 to 24, there may be interruptions to phone and email service for all staff members during the move. -
Jul 23, 2020, 14:15 PM
Australian stamps feature alpine views
by Denise McCartyThe stamps were printed in a variety of formats, including separate sheets of 50, a souvenir sheet with the three stamps se-tenant, and coil rolls of 100. -
Jul 23, 2020, 12:41 PM
British stamps highlight the Palace of Westminster
by Denise McCartyAll 10 stamps feature photographs of what Royal Mail calls an “iconic landmark and one of the most famous buildings in the world.” -
Jul 23, 2020, 08:30 AM
Bird topical collectors like Jordan’s 1964 set of three airmail stamps
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe colorful birds depicted on the stamps are the gorgeous bush shrike, the ornate hawk eagle and the gray-headed kingfisher. -
Jul 22, 2020, 09:00 AM
Societies combine forces to present Virtual Stamp Show
by Linn’s StaffThe Virtual Stamp Show will take place over six days, Aug. 17-22. Registration is now open for the free online event.
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