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Auctions Apr 6, 2021, 10 AM
German states, worldwide in April 19-24 Koehler auction
by Linn’s StaffThe main catalog for this sale includes an extensive selection of material from Germany. -
US Stamps Apr 5, 2021, 8 AM
U.S. Views of Our Planets pane of 16 is in demand
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe Views of Our Planets stamps were issued in panes of 16 with two of each stamp in the pane. -
US Stamps Apr 4, 2021, 2 PM
The 1890 1¢ Franklin ‘candle flame’ printing flaw explained
by John M. HotchnerPrinting flaws such as this do not receive catalog recognition. -
US Stamps Apr 3, 2021, 8 AM
Scott catalog numbers assigned to Garden Beauty, other recent U.S. stamps
by Charles SneeWhat do these Scott numbers signify? In short, each stamp’s listing in an upcoming edition of the 2022 Scott catalogs. -
World Stamps Apr 1, 2021, 9 AM
The 2022 Scott Standard catalog Volume 1 debuts
by Jay BigalkeFor the United States, current Scott values accurately reflect market values for very fine stamps. -
World Stamps Apr 1, 2021, 8 AM
Inside Linn’s: Transitions in postal administrations
by Charles SneeAlso this week, questioning the genuineness of first-day covers of the U.S. 1962 4¢ Dag Hammarskjold error stamp, and an appreciation of France’s Great Moments in French History souvenir sheets. -
US Stamps Mar 31, 2021, 10 AM
Artwork surprise at rural Indiana post office
by Jay BigalkeThere are numerous resources for learning about post offices. One is the Postmark Collectors Club. -
US Stamps Mar 31, 2021, 8 AM
Broken crown foil freak found on 2021 Year of the Ox panes
by Jay BigalkeWhile this variety won’t be listed in the Scott catalog because it isn’t an error, it is something specialists might want to keep an eye out for. -
US Stamps Mar 30, 2021, 8 AM
Readers respond to Helen Keller stamp designs
by John M. HotchnerCollectors may like or dislike a particular effort, but it is no easy task to accomplish good stamp art. -
US Stamps Mar 30, 2021, 8 AM
Abraham Lincoln headlines April cartoon caption contest
by John M. HotchnerEntries with a touch of humor or irony stand the best chance of winning the contest. -
World Stamps Mar 29, 2021, 4 PM
RPSL announces 2021 medal winners
by Linn’s StaffEach medal is awarded for an outstanding presentation given to the society or an article published in the society’s world-renowned magazine, the London Philatelist. -
World Stamps Mar 28, 2021, 2 PM
Fernando Po overprinted stamp is a good buy
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerExamples with forged overprints exist, so expertization by one of the recognized services is a good idea. -
Postal Updates Mar 28, 2021, 10 AM
Shorter race, new challenges: a cancel for 2021 Iditarod
by Molly GoadThe postmark for this historic sled dog race has been extended for 30 days. -
US Stamps Mar 27, 2021, 10 AM
Mixture serves up new tagging-omitted error of U.S. 2016 Flag coil
by Charles SneeThe new tagging-omitted error occurs on the 2016 Flag coil printed by Ashton Potter USA Ltd. -
Auctions Mar 26, 2021, 8 AM
Spink April 13-15 auction series features Nyasaland, Rhodesia, British Commonwealth
by Charles SneeA total of 544 lots will be up for bids during Spink’s sale of the Blanic collection of Nyasaland and Rhodesia. -
US Stamps Mar 26, 2021, 8 AM
Inside Linn’s: A not-so-reassuring Apollo 12 insurance cover
by Charles SneeAlso this week, understanding international business reply mail processed for return to the United States, and a review of the Precancel Stamp Society’s monthly journal. -
US Stamps Mar 25, 2021, 5 PM
Great American Stamp Show will take place live in Chicago
by Michael BaadkeThe status of the show has been in limbo since the COVID-19 pandemic shut down public gatherings across the United States and around the world. -
World Stamps Mar 25, 2021, 1 PM
A dozen new U.N. Endangered Species stamps set to arrive April 7
by Charles SneeThe stamps continue the United Nations Postal Administration’s Endangered Species series, which began in 1993. -
Auctions Mar 25, 2021, 9 AM
April 13-14 Cherrystone auction features 1880 U.S. special printing, 1919 Newfoundland airmail rarity
by Charles SneeAmong the countries featured in the sale are Austria, France and colonies, Germany, Italy and colonies, Poland, Russia and Great Britain. -
Postal Updates Mar 25, 2021, 8 AM
Democrats urge Biden to sack USPS board of governors
by Bill McAllisterThe Postal Service had no immediate comment to the lawmakers’ plea to replace the current board of governors.