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World Stamps May 9, 2019, 9 AM
U.N. definitive stamp pays tribute to Kofi Annan
by Denise McCartyThe $1.30 definitive stamp is for use from the post office at U.N. headquarters in New York City. -
World Stamps May 7, 2019, 12 PM
UNPA to issue Kofi Annan stamp at ASDA show
by Linn's staffThe American Stamp Dealers Association will hold its spring stamp show May 31 through June 2 at the Watson Hotel in New York City. -
US Stamps May 7, 2019, 12 PM
Beware of colored-paper stamps offered as rare white-paper types
by John M. HotchnerU.S. Stamp Notes columnist John M. Hotchner continues his examination of colored-paper stamps that are not what they appear to be. -
World Stamps May 6, 2019, 9 AM
Sweden’s post office to offer exclusive for Stockholmia show
by Jay BigalkeThe Stockholmia 2019 stamp exhibition, May 29-June 2, provides an opportunity to showcase Sweden’s Postmuseum and more to the world. -
World Stamps May 6, 2019, 9 AM
British engineering of the past 50 years celebrated on stamps issued May 2
by Denise McCartyGreat Britain’s Royal Mail is recognizing British innovations in engineering of the past half century on a set of 10 stamps issued May 2. -
Auctions May 6, 2019, 8 AM
Bennett auction features 1851 1¢ Benjamin Franklin rarity
by Michael BaadkeThe rarity is described as having balanced margins barely touching in a couple of spots, but with all type characteristics completely visible. -
Auctions May 6, 2019, 8 AM
1875 6¢ Lincoln special printing highlights Kelleher auction
by Michael BaadkeThe May 21-23 Flagship series sale from Daniel F. Kelleher Auctions opens with Great Britain, British Commonwealth and worldwide stamps and covers. -
US Stamps May 4, 2019, 9 AM
Coral Reefs, Star Ribbon stamps receive Scott catalog numbers
by Charles SneeThe new Scott numbers detailed here are for U.S. and U.N. stamps issued during the past month. -
World Stamps May 3, 2019, 11 AM
A philatelic exploration of Van Diemen’s Land: Inside Linn’s
by Charles SneeAlso this week, Denmark's innovative vacation pay stamps and the many ways to collect and enjoy booklet stamps. -
US Stamps May 3, 2019, 10 AM
Color-missing error verified on 2001 Pan-American pane: Week's Most Read
by Linn's staffAlso popular this week were stories about the upcoming Ellsworth Kelly stamp event and stamp societies working together for presentations. -
US Stamps May 2, 2019, 2 PM
APS seeking new editor, director of expertizing
by Linn's staffThe American Philatelic Society recently posted job openings for chief content officer and director of expertizing. -
World Stamps May 2, 2019, 1 PM
Stockholm’s Postmuseum displays Swedish philatelic treasures
by Jeff StagePostmuseum will showcase some of its “rarely seen treasures” in a special exhibit in conjunction with the Stockholmia 2019 international stamp show May 29-June 2 in Stockholm. -
US Stamps May 2, 2019, 1 PM
U.S. 1903-1934 carmine stamps present a challenge to expertizers
by John M. HotchnerCarmine stamps of the early 20th century can be found in a dozen shades. The most desirable are the carmine lake and lake shades. -
World Stamps May 2, 2019, 10 AM
What’s new for 2020 Scott Standard catalog Volumes 2A and 2B?
by Jay BigalkeVol. 2A includes listings for countries of the world Cambodia through Curacao. Listings for Cyprus through F countries of the world can be found in Vol. 2B. -
World Stamps May 2, 2019, 9 AM
Canada Signs of the Zodiac pane of 12 in demand
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerIn 2012, Canada Post issued a pane of 12 nondenominated Signs of the Zodiac permanent stamps (Scott 2448). The pane is difficult to find. -
US Stamps May 1, 2019, 4 PM
Cost to collect U.S. stamps in 2018 virtually unchanged from 2017
by Michael BaadkeThe total single-stamp cost for collectors was $95.75 in 2018, compared to $95.88 in 2017 and $99.38 in 2016. -
US Stamps May 1, 2019, 10 AM
Puzzling auxiliary marking may finally have an answer
by John M. HotchnerA postcard mailed from Austin, Texas, to Cairo, Egypt, on April 18, 1916, has markings that show it was refused for transmission as “prohibited by country of destination.” The mystery as to why may finally be solved. -
Postal Updates May 1, 2019, 8 AM
Sequim, Wash., irrigation celebration postmark
by Molly GoadThe Sequim Irrigation Festival’s logo with the tagline, "There's no place like home," appears in a May 4 postmark. -
US Stamps Apr 30, 2019, 8 AM
Twelve forever stamps picture Wild and Scenic Rivers
by Michael BaadkeThe May 21 issue pays tribute to some 200 river segments that make up the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, according to the U.S. Postal Service. -
US Stamps Apr 30, 2019, 8 AM
Springtime inspires May caption contest
by John M. HotchnerYou are invited to use your imagination to put words in the mouths of the birds on the stamps and tell me what you think they may be thinking or saying.