WORLD STAMPS & POSTAL HISTORY
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Dec 25, 2023, 13:00 PM
Donald Sutherland invites fans to send postcards
by David Hartwig“People have sent me letters just because they wanted to send me a letter with my stamp on it,” Sutherland said. -
Dec 20, 2023, 10:45 AM
St. Nick delivers weapons on Ukraine stamp issued Dec. 6
by David HartwigUkrainian artist Kostya Lavra designed the stamp, which combines elements of the St. Nicholas tradition with elements of the armed forces. -
Dec 18, 2023, 10:45 AM
Belgium’s 2024 stamp program to begin Jan. 21
by David HartwigStamp issues in the 2024 program include Belgium’s first cryptocurrency stamp, stamps that glow in the dark, and a stamp that attempts to break a record. -
Dec 18, 2023, 08:00 AM
Jersey unveils Wang Huming’s dragon stamps
by Molly Goadthe issue includes a single £1.65 stamp in panes of 10 and a £4 stamp in a souvenir sheet of one, both to be issued Jan. 4. -
Dec 13, 2023, 08:00 AM
Look for Mexico 1938 International Congress airmail set of six
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThere is something for everyone among Mexican stamps, from great classic rarities to colorful and attractive modern topicals that are easily affordable. -
Dec 6, 2023, 13:00 PM
Santa gets around: a look at stamps of other countries
by John M. HotchnerOther countries have reimagined the story of Santa Claus, often to comport with their climates, and other times just for fun. -
Dec 5, 2023, 12:30 PM
Canada unveils striking 2023 Hanukkah stamp
by Molly GoadAlso called the Festival of Lights, Hanukkah commemorates the historic rededication of the Temple in Jerusalem after the Jewish people reclaimed it around 165 B.C. -
Dec 4, 2023, 10:45 AM
Harry Sutherland Philatelic Library names new manager
by Linn’s StaffThe Harry Sutherland Philatelic Library houses the world’s foremost British North America philatelic reference collection. -
Dec 3, 2023, 13:00 PM
Scott numbers assigned to U.N. stamps for World Heritage sites in Turkey, World Mental Health Day
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 29, 2023, 08:00 AM
Luxembourg’s first stamp, issued in 1852, is affordable used
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerLuxembourg’s first stamp (Scott 1) features a left profile of Grand Duke William III. -
Nov 27, 2023, 07:45 AM
Canada Post issues new Diwali stamp Nov. 9
by Molly GoadSymbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, Diwali is marked by the lighting of lamps, colorful decorations, gifts and fireworks. -
Nov 23, 2023, 13:00 PM
Finland to issue President Ahtisaari mourning stamp
by Molly GoadMartti Ahtisaari served as Finland’s president from 1994 to 2000. -
Nov 21, 2023, 08:30 AM
Movember postmark from Royal Mail in Great Britain
by Jay BigalkeRoyal Mail first used a Movember mustache postmark in 2012, with support being given to the charity Prostate Cancer UK. -
Nov 17, 2023, 20:47 PM
Royal Mail to end post and go labels Dec. 31
by David HartwigSome of the available overprints reference the end of the post and go service, which Royal Mail introduced in 2008. -
Nov 15, 2023, 08:15 AM
Stampex 2024 dates selected
by Jay BigalkeIf England might be in your travel plans for next October, it’s a perfect opportunity to add a stamp show visit to a vacation. -
Nov 15, 2023, 08:00 AM
Affordable Nova Scotia 1860-63 Queen Victoria stamps
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerNova Scotia issued 13 stamps that are listed with major numbers in the Scott catalog. -
Nov 14, 2023, 13:00 PM
Southeast Federation of Stamp Clubs donates to Boston 2026 World Expo
by Linn’s StaffThe federation includes 24 clubs and represents over 500 collectors throughout the southern United States and beyond. -
Nov 14, 2023, 07:45 AM
New U.N. stamps promote climate action superheroes
by David Hartwig“The United Nations Climate Action Superheroes aim to educate and engage children on how to help limit global warming and take care of our environment,” the UNPA said. -
Nov 13, 2023, 08:30 AM
Canada’s sacred, secular Christmas stamps now available
by Molly GoadA single religious-themed permanent-rate stamp portrays the Madonna and Child in the style of stained glass windows commonly seen in churches. -
Nov 5, 2023, 10:00 AM
Honduras stamp sheets reference Boston 2026 World Expo in selvage
by Linn’s StaffThe selvage on the sheets pictures the Boston 2026 logo, and provides the show dates in English and Spanish.
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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