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World Stamps Oct 2, 2020, 10 AM
Agency honors medical community after its president survives COVID-19
by Jay BigalkeInter-Governmental Philatelic Corporation has organized an omnibus issue of COVID-19 stamps that pay tribute to the medical community. -
World Stamps Oct 2, 2020, 8 AM
Inside Linn’s: Balloons and the 1870-71 Franco-Prussian War
by Charles SneeAlso this week, tracing the roots of the Penny Post in Great Britain, and an appreciation of Swiss stamps that picture bridges. -
US Stamps Oct 1, 2020, 10 AM
From Me to You forever mint pane of 20 in demand
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerAt the time it was issued, the From Me to You forever stamp sold for 49¢. Like all first-class letter rate forever stamps, it now has a postage value of 55¢. -
US Stamps Oct 1, 2020, 8 AM
2021 Scott U.S. Specialized catalog adds images, multiple feature articles
by Jay BigalkeOverall, values largely have stabilized at current levels, with dealers reporting active internet sales in line with present values. -
Auctions Sep 30, 2020, 2 PM
Outstanding United States stamps up for bids at Oct. 19-23 Siegel auction
by Charles SneeAccording to Siegel, a number of noteworthy collections will be dispersed during the sale. -
US Stamps Sep 30, 2020, 2 PM
Peer into your crystal ball for October cartoon caption contest
by John M. HotchnerEntries with a touch of humor or irony stand the best chance of winning the contest. -
US Stamps Sep 29, 2020, 2 PM
Our Lady of Guapulo painting on Christmas stamp Oct. 20
by Michael BaadkeThe painting is in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. -
US Stamps Sep 29, 2020, 8 AM
What is an advanced collection?
by John M. HotchnerThe quality of the collector’s stamps is only one measure. Another could be the collector’s knowledge. -
US Stamps Sep 28, 2020, 4 PM
Clifton takes top honors in 2020 federal duck stamp art contest
by Linn’s StaffClifton’s acrylic painting of a lesser scaup was one of 138 entries submitted for the contest, which was conducted online. -
World Stamps Sep 28, 2020, 2 PM
New stamps highlight trends, events of three decades
by Denise McCartyThe decades of the 1920s, 1980s and 2010s are examined on new stamps from Belgium, Jersey and Spain, respectively. -
Postal Updates Sep 28, 2020, 10 AM
Postmark features centuries-old Goose Day tradition
by Molly GoadAs Lewistown, Pa., celebrates Goose Day each year, local restaurants add goose dinners to their menus and a plethora of events are held. -
US Stamps Sep 28, 2020, 8 AM
Scott catalog image request yields three new scans for U.S. stamps
by Jay BigalkeOne of the updated images is for the the “Prairie Dog” plate flaw on the United States 1928 Aeronautics Conference stamp. -
US Stamps Sep 26, 2020, 10 AM
Winter Scenes forever stamps arrive Oct. 16 in double-sided panes of 20
by Michael BaadkeThe nondenominated (55¢) stamps will be offered in a double-sided pane of 20. -
Postal Updates Sep 25, 2020, 9 AM
DeJoy says he’s happy as PMG, wants to remain
by Bill McAllisterIn one of his first interviews, DeJoy said he is “very proud” to head the United States Postal Service. -
US Stamps Sep 25, 2020, 8 AM
New printing of 2019 Flag uses plate number P2222
by Michael BaadkeThe new plate number on the Ashton Potter double-sided pane corresponds with a new print run using stamp paper that is different from the original printing. -
World Stamps Sep 25, 2020, 8 AM
Inside Linn’s: Panoramic stamps offer big views
by Charles SneeAlso this week, sharing up-to-date information on U.S. domestic postal rates, and exploring the tangled connection between grace periods and first-day covers for the U.S. 1974 6.3¢ Liberty Bell coil stamp. -
US Stamps Sep 24, 2020, 4 PM
USPS reports book set with Mayflower proofs has sold out
by Michael BaadkeThe Mayflower in Plymouth Harbor stamp was issued Sept. 17, and the commemorative set with proofs sold out soon thereafter. -
Postal Updates Sep 24, 2020, 3 PM
Judges strike down USPS cost-cutting moves
by Bill McAllisterUnited States Postal Service spokesman David Partenheimer said the agency was considering whether to appeal the rulings. -
Auctions Sep 24, 2020, 3 PM
Worldwide offerings in Oct. 12-16 Gaertner auction
by Michael BaadkeThe auction offers stamps and postal history of Germany, Europe, Asia and the world, with specialized airmail and ship mail listings. -
US Stamps Sep 24, 2020, 9 AM
Federal duck stamp contest online Sept. 25-26
by Linn’s StaffThe eligible species for the 2020 contest are brant, gadwell, cinnamon teal, lesser scaup and red-breasted merganser.