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US Stamps Jan 22, 2021, 8 AM
Inside Linn’s: When junk mail becomes a collector’s treasure
by Charles SneeAlso this week, a review of Germany’s 2021 stamp program, and our anonymous reviewer takes on an assortment of worldwide stamps. -
World Stamps Jan 21, 2021, 4 PM
Great Britain to honor Paul McCartney and more on its 2021 stamps
by Denise McCartyBritain’s 2021 stamp program began in January with 10 National Parks stamps on Jan. 14 and a United Kingdom: A Celebration souvenir sheet of four stamps on Jan. 26. -
Auctions Jan 21, 2021, 10 AM
U.S., worldwide selections in Cherrystone auction Feb. 2-3
by Michael BaadkeAmong the U.S. stamp choices are some prominent American classics. -
Auctions Jan 20, 2021, 10 AM
Myerson collection of superb U.S. stamps in Feb. 9-10 Siegel auction
by Charles SneeThe 832 lots of the James P. Myerson collection of superb U.S. stamps will be offered in four sessions during the two-day Siegel auction. -
World Stamps Jan 20, 2021, 9 AM
Souvenir sheet honors the people and achievements of the United Kingdom
by Denise McCartyThe four stamps in the sheet are shown against an illustration described by Royal Mail as a “colourful interpretation of the Union Flag.” -
US Stamps Jan 20, 2021, 8 AM
APS cancels spring meeting; summer show still planned
by Michael BaadkeThe APS announced that its board voted unanimously to cancel the spring meeting in light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. -
Postal Updates Jan 19, 2021, 3 PM
USPS reveals Biden-Harris inaugural cancellations
by Bill McAllisterStamp Fulfillment Services released copies of the postmarks that will be used to mark the Biden-Harris inauguration. -
US Stamps Jan 19, 2021, 9 AM
Year of the Ox forever stamp continues annual series Feb. 2
by Michael BaadkeThe nondenominated (55¢) stamp is the second issue in the current Lunar New Year stamp series from the Postal Service. -
World Stamps Jan 18, 2021, 8 AM
Hong Kong FDCs of 1930s-1970s in demand
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerSome prices vary widely for a given issue. -
World Stamps Jan 17, 2021, 11 AM
American Philatelic Congress, Postal History Society combine
by Michael BaadkeThe news was first announced by Postal History Society president Yamil Kouri in Postal History Journal, published by the society. -
US Stamps Jan 16, 2021, 10 AM
Die-cutting omitted error of 2018 Sparkling Holidays Santa booklet stamps discovered in Colorado
by Charles SneeIn its present configuration, the partial booklet would yield three die-cutting omitted blocks of four if it were broken up. -
US Stamps Jan 15, 2021, 4 PM
Yankees legend Yogi Berra among six new 2021 U.S. stamp subjects
by Michael BaadkeExcept for the stamp honoring Le Guin, all of the newly announced stamps are planned as nondenominated forever stamps, which currently sell at 55¢. -
World Stamps Jan 15, 2021, 10 AM
‘The Simpsons’ highlight stamp collecting in episode
by Jay BigalkePhilately took center stage in the episode of The Simpsons that aired Jan. 3. -
Postal Updates Jan 15, 2021, 10 AM
Two postal unions start campaign to fill USPS board of governors vacancies
by Bill McAllisterThe campaign launched a petition drive to President-elect Biden on its website. -
US Stamps Jan 15, 2021, 8 AM
Inside Linn’s: $5 Hamilton solo cover tops $3,700 at auction
by Charles SneeAlso this week, the debut of an exciting new column focusing on astrophilately, and a review of an engaging website that showcases a gallery of more than 5,600 U.S. stamps. -
US Stamps Jan 14, 2021, 1 PM
More Harry Lindquist Christmas cards celebrating New York City
by John M. HotchnerHarry and Marion Lindquist did not date most of their cards, and the envelopes in which they were sent were not kept. -
US Stamps Jan 14, 2021, 10 AM
Jan. 14 Love stamp offered in press sheet without die cuts
by Michael BaadkeOn the day the nondenominated (55¢) Love stamp was issued, the Postal Service added two listings for corresponding press sheets on its online retail stamp store. -
US Stamps Jan 14, 2021, 9 AM
Stamps return to ‘Jeopardy!’ during Trebek’s final week
by Michael BaadkeOn the Jan. 7 show, the three contestants encountered the category Black Heritage Stamps during the program’s Double Jeopardy round. -
World Stamps Jan 14, 2021, 9 AM
Greta Thunberg on new Swedish Nature stamp
by Charles SneePostNord also provided details about other Swedish stamps to be issued in 2021. -
Postal Updates Jan 14, 2021, 8 AM
PMG DeJoy names Holman to oversee stamp program
by Bill McAllisterHolman will be vice president for marketing for the USPS.