WORLD STAMPS & POSTAL HISTORY
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Sep 28, 2023, 11:30 AM
U.N. recognizes World Mental Health Day with Oct. 10 set
by David HartwigWorld Mental Health Day began in 1992 as an annual activity of the World Federation for Mental Health. -
Sep 28, 2023, 09:45 AM
Inside Linn’s: Latvia airmail semipostal stamps benefited wounded aviators
by Charles SneeAlso this week, a British cover decorated with U.S. stamps, and a review of a five-volume set of books about the history, philatelic and otherwise, of the 1939 Swiss National Exhibition. -
Sep 26, 2023, 11:00 AM
When mail volume dropped, Singapore raised rates dramatically
by Jay BigalkeStarting Oct. 9, the cost to mail a first-class local letter in Singapore will increase from 31¢ to 51¢. -
Sep 21, 2023, 08:45 AM
Dutch semipostal stamps honor Lego 90th anniversary
by Jay BigalkeThe new souvenir sheet of five is the latest Child Welfare semipostal issue. -
Sep 20, 2023, 10:45 AM
Sept. 21 issue of 12 stamps from Great Britain celebrates musical icon Dame Shirley Bassey
by David HartwigThe issue includes a set of eight stamps presented in two horizontal se-tenant (side-by-side) strips of four. The other four stamps are presented in a souvenir sheet. -
Sep 20, 2023, 08:30 AM
Soviet Union 1964 Olympic Gymnast sheet has held its value
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe souvenir sheet is noted and valued, but not listed, in the Scott Standard Postage Stamp Catalogue. -
Sep 19, 2023, 12:00 PM
United Nations stamps highlight World Heritage sites in Turkey Sept. 8
by David HartwigThere are two stamps and one prestige booklet for each of the three U.N. post offices. -
Sep 18, 2023, 11:30 AM
Isle of Man spotlights its birds of prey on new stamp series
by Molly GoadNew Isle of Man stamps issued Sept. 1 feature birds of prey images painted by acclaimed wildlife artist Jeremy Paul. -
Sep 15, 2023, 13:00 PM
France celebrates centennial of Walt Disney Company
by Molly GoadThe Walt Disney Co. has been celebrating the milestone throughout the year all over the world. -
Sep 13, 2023, 11:30 AM
Posti issues colorful Finland in NATO stamp Sept. 6
by Molly GoadFinland became the 31st North Atlantic Treaty Organization partner on April 4, 2023, when the stamp design collaboration began. -
Sep 12, 2023, 10:45 AM
Ukraine’s Snake Island stamp wins Asiago top prize for philatelic art
by Danilo BogoniThe awards for stamps issued in 2022 were presented July 23 in Asiago, Italy. -
Sep 7, 2023, 14:00 PM
A trio of strong females praised on Canada’s stamps issued Aug. 28
by Molly GoadChampions for equality, peace and social justice, Lea Roback, Madeleine Parent and Simonne Monet-Chartrand were honored as their families and friends gathered for the special event. -
Sep 7, 2023, 11:00 AM
What’s new for 2024 Scott Standard Volume 6?
by Jay BigalkeVolume 6A includes listings for the countries of the world San (San Marino) through Tete. Listings for Thai (Thailand) through Z countries of the world can be found in Vol. 6B. -
Sep 6, 2023, 11:00 AM
Faroe Islands, Greenland joint issue honors Danish astronaut
by David HartwigEach postal administration issued a souvenir sheet with a single stamp featuring a raven and the International Space Station soaring above Earth. -
Sep 6, 2023, 08:00 AM
China’s Chrysanthemum FDCs in great demand
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerIn 1960-61, China issued a set of 18 Chrysanthemum stamps. This set is popular with both China and topical collectors. -
Sep 5, 2023, 12:00 PM
Pop-up shop in Japan dedicated to using the mail
by Jay BigalkeIn the photo area, you could have a photo taken and made into a personalized stamp. -
Sep 4, 2023, 09:00 AM
A quest to find the giant of Donald Trump philately
by Allen AbelThe search for the giant of Donald J. Trump philately — if there is one — begins with a Floridian named Edward Krohn. -
Aug 31, 2023, 08:00 AM
Legendary British Guiana 1856 1¢ Magenta to be displayed at Stampex
by Linn’s StaffThe legendary stamp was last showcased in 2021 when London-based stamp dealer Stanley Gibbons opened an exhibition dedicated to the stamp. -
Aug 24, 2023, 11:47 AM
Britain’s Royal Mail celebrates 65 years of Paddington with Sept. 5 issue
by David HartwigPaddington, Peru’s most famous talking bear, celebrates his 65th birthday in 2023. -
Aug 23, 2023, 13:30 PM
Successful Postcrossing meetup at Great American Stamp Show
by Jay BigalkeLinn’s Stamp News produced a meetup postcard and handed out almost 2,000 for free.
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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