WORLD STAMPS & POSTAL HISTORY
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Jan 7, 2017, 09:00 AM
How stamps mark the short, turbulent reign of one Prince of Albania
by By Rick MillerAlthough he reigned for just a few months in 1914, Prince Wilhelm zu Wied left a lasting impression on Albanian stamps. -
Jan 7, 2017, 02:00 AM
When Peru first experimented with coil stamps
by By Thomas P. MyersPeru’s first experiment with coil stamps in 1928 has left few examples. Just 20,000 of the 2c coil stamp were issued, and 50,000 of the 10c denomination. -
Jan 6, 2017, 14:00 PM
The tiny country that is a prolific issuer of topical stamps
by By Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe country is a virtual aviary of Bird topical stamps, and while some are pricey, most are easily obtainable. -
Jan 5, 2017, 14:00 PM
Royal Mail announces its 2017 commemorative stamp program
by By Denise McCartyThe first issue in the program focuses on ancient Britain, and the eight stamps are being issued in four se-tenant (side-by-side) pairs. -
Jan 3, 2017, 14:00 PM
Taking the time to collect snails on stamps
by By Denise McCartyThey may have a bad reputation as garden pests, but snails represent a wide variety of subjects on stamps from around the world. -
Jan 3, 2017, 12:45 PM
Slew of United Nations stamps are now Scott official
by CMS AdminHaving these numbers handy will allow you to easily locate these stamps in the catalogs and learn about their production and values. -
Jan 1, 2017, 14:00 PM
Israel’s International Year of Light stamp wins top design award
by By Denise McCartyIsrael’s International Year of Light stamp recently received the Nexofil award for the most beautiful stamp of 2015. -
Jan 1, 2017, 09:00 AM
Malta’s 1922 Melita issue: Fine art or poorly done stamps?
by By Kathleen WunderlyFor being such a small country, Malta carries a weighty history. And stamps are a big part of it. -
Dec 31, 2016, 14:00 PM
Recalling Norway in World War II through its stamps
by By Christer BrunstromWhen the war broke out in 1939, Norway never expected a German attack and the country’s defenses were rather limited. -
Dec 31, 2016, 09:00 AM
What are paquebot covers and how can they be collected?: Stamp Collecting Basics
by By Janet KlugHave you ever acquired a cover that has a handstamp of “PAQUEBOT”? Do you know what it means? -
Dec 30, 2016, 14:00 PM
Syrian civil war increasing interest in Syrian stamps
by By Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe ongoing tragedy in Syria seems to have heightened collector interest in its stamps. -
Dec 29, 2016, 14:00 PM
Scott new listings update: the cycle revisited
by By Martin J. FrankeviczScott's Martin J. Frankevicz says it's time for a refresher course and once again describes his job as new-issues editor. -
Dec 28, 2016, 14:00 PM
Spain’s first stamp: A classic that attracts specialists with modest budgets
by By Sergio SismondoThree years after Great Britain issued the world’s first adhesive postage stamps, the Spanish government began exploring a new postage system. -
Dec 28, 2016, 08:00 AM
A symposium where philately and science meet
by By Donna HousemanThe organization that hosted the event is a group of researchers and managers who apply scientific methods and technical research to stamp collecting. -
Dec 26, 2016, 14:00 PM
What newly surfaced atomic bomb postal history teaches us
by By Ken LawrenceNew information about the history and the postal history of the Manhattan Project and the atomic bomb have come to light. -
Dec 26, 2016, 09:00 AM
Marshall Islands honors U.S. national parks, announces 2017 program
by CMS AdminThe Marshall Islands will continue its series of stamps featuring national parks of the United States in 2017. -
Dec 25, 2016, 14:00 PM
Liechtenstein, Hong Kong and Tonga top 2016 Year of the Monkey contest
by By Dingguo DaiThe 2016 contest included stamps from 55 countries or special administrative regions celebrating the Year of the Monkey. -
Dec 25, 2016, 12:00 PM
Year of Dialogue among Civilizations: an uncommon common-design issue
by By Peter YaghmaieThe idea for a dialog among civilizations was proposed by President Mohammad Khatami of Iran in 1998. -
Dec 25, 2016, 04:00 AM
Folders artfully display Scandinavian common-theme stamps
by By Wayne ChenPostal administrations in Scandinavian countries and territories have a long tradition of issuing common cultural thematic stamps, dating back to 1956. -
Dec 23, 2016, 12:00 PM
Australia’s stamp booklets offer a bonanza of collecting opportunities
by By Janet KlugGive Australian stamp booklets a good look the next time you are searching for some interesting stamps. You are sure to find something you will enjoy.
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