WORLD STAMPS & POSTAL HISTORY
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May 20, 2017, 13:00 PM
‘By Morck’: the sumptuous new book all about stamp designer Martin Morck
by Michael BaadkeBy Morck is a biography of the Swedish-born artist Martin Morck, who has completed engraved illustrations for more than 830 stamps. -
May 19, 2017, 11:00 AM
A penny for your thoughts will no longer pay the postage on your letter
by Janet KlugHere we are in the 21st century, and many who send letters through the mail still grumble about the cost. -
May 19, 2017, 09:00 AM
Boston 2026 World Expo: new name, new logo
by Boston 2026 World ExpoPreviously called Boston 2026 World Stamp Show, the new name is Boston 2026 World Expo. The new logo features an early design of the United States flag. -
May 18, 2017, 09:00 AM
Well-designed website provides information about Britain’s stamps from 1840 to 2017
by William F. SharpeCollectors of British stamps can find a wealth of information at the website CollectGBstamps. The site is well-organized and has many philatelic links. -
May 15, 2017, 09:00 AM
Switzerland’s recent Baby Animals stamp depicts the wrong otter
by Denise McCartyThat description fits the fish otter. However, according to Switzerland’s Pro Lutra Foundation, the animal featured on the stamp is incorrect. -
May 13, 2017, 03:00 AM
Celebrating the half-century evolution of Machin stamp production
by Larry RosenblumLarry Rosenblum continues his celebration of the Machin definitive series with an in-depth look at a variety of designs from the last 50 years. -
May 12, 2017, 15:00 PM
Entertaining 1856 1¢ Magenta history illuminates famous ‘Stamp World’ personalities
by Charles SneeJames Barron’s new book about the 1856 1¢ Magenta provides delightful vignettes of the colorful characters who have owned the world’s most expensive stamp. -
May 11, 2017, 09:00 AM
Set of three Peru Llama stamps an attractive addition to any collection
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerLatin American stamps have grown in popularity in recent years, and the stamps of Peru are part of that, especially the classic issues. -
May 10, 2017, 09:00 AM
Expo 67 stamp is the first of 10 to mark Canada’s 150th anniversary
by By Fred BaumannA Canadian stamp commemorating Expo 67 will be the first of 10 stamps celebrating the 150th anniversary of Canadian nationhood. -
May 10, 2017, 07:45 AM
Fourth stamp in Canada’s 150 series honors 2005 Civil Marriage Act
by Denise McCartyA stamp commemorating Canada’s passage of the Civil Marriage Act 12 years ago was unveiled May 9 by Canada Post. -
May 10, 2017, 06:00 AM
Finger doodles add charm to International Family Day stamp
by Charles SneeBosnia and Herzegovina (Serb administration) will issue a whimsical stamp May 15 to celebrate International Family Day. -
May 8, 2017, 16:00 PM
Space Shuttle Canadarm, constitution patriation grab Canada 150 spotlight
by Fred BaumannTwo Canada 150 stamps unveiled in early May honor the Constitution of 1982 and the Shuttle Remote Manipulator System known as Canadarm. -
May 8, 2017, 15:00 PM
Philatelic Foundation to move into Collectors Club town house in December
by Donna HousemanThe Philatelic Foundation is returning home to the Collectors Club’s recently renovated town house at 22 E. 35th St. in New York City. -
May 8, 2017, 05:00 AM
1927 six-pointed star overprints hint at Bolivia’s political past
by Thomas P. MyersBolivia and Paraguay began building forts along the Pilcomayo River, baiting one another to start a conflict. These stamps tell that political story. -
May 7, 2017, 10:00 AM
Stamps from three countries display the beauty of the northern and southern lights
by Denise McCartyIf you have never seen the northern or the southern lights, these beautiful stamps provide the next best way to do so. -
May 5, 2017, 13:00 PM
This India ‘UNEF’ military stamp is worth the hunt
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerSupplies of this mint Indian military stamp are sufficient to current demand, but used examples are difficult to find. -
May 4, 2017, 15:00 PM
Canada Post issues 2017 sequels to 2016 Star Trek stamp series
by Fred BaumannPiggy-backing on the success of last year's series, Canada Post returns in 2017 with more Star Trek stamps and associated products. -
May 4, 2017, 13:00 PM
Ten songbirds of Great Britain illustrated on stamps issued May 4
by Denise McCartyThe stamps are se-tenant (side-by-side) in two strips of five. All 10 stamps are nondenominated, paying the domestic first-class rate (currently 65 pence). -
May 3, 2017, 15:00 PM
Scarce 1994 Eritrea stamp set a valuable addition to a Flag topical collection
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe 1994 set from the small nation of Eritrea is difficult to find, and it would be a good buy at full Scott catalog value if you see it offered. -
May 3, 2017, 09:00 AM
Be on the lookout for the unusual in your cover collections
by Janet KlugMany philatelists collect stamps exclusively. Others are only interested in covers. And there are those of us who collect both.
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