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World Stamps Mar 13, 2024, 9 AM
Wonders of America pane spreads fun of stamps
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe design subjects feature native wildlife, geographic landmarks and natural wonders. -
World Stamps Mar 12, 2024, 1 PM
APS picks Cherrystone to sell massive Kugel estate
by Charles SneeThe philatelic estate of Alfred F. “Al” Kugel (1930-2022) was donated to the American Philatelic Society following his death. -
Postal Updates Mar 12, 2024, 9 AM
When pursuing pictorial postmarks goes south
by Jay BigalkeInformation about philatelic postmarks is available in the Postal Operations Manual. -
Auctions Mar 11, 2024, 3 PM
Siegel to auction complete collection of classic U.S. stamps formed by William H. Gross
by Charles SneeOne of the philatelic crown jewels of the collection is an 1868 1¢ blue Benjamin Franklin stamp with a Z grill, known to collectors as the 1¢ Z grill. -
World Stamps Mar 11, 2024, 12 PM
Great Britain’s Royal Mail to raise postage rates April 2
by Linn’s StaffIn a March 1 press release announcing the new rates, Royal Mail said it “sought to keep price increases as low as possible.” -
US Stamps Mar 11, 2024, 8 AM
A book in the works: reader’s questions wanted
by John M. HotchnerThe question can be about the past, present or future within the world of stamp collecting. -
Postal Updates Mar 10, 2024, 11 AM
George Washington Masonic Club marks legacy with annual postmark
by Molly GoadFormally organized in the fall of 1956, the George Washington Masonic Stamp Club has a rich history. -
US Stamps Mar 9, 2024, 10 AM
Stellar Formations, other recent U.S. stamps assigned Scott catalog numbers
by Charles SneeHaving these numbers handy will allow you to easily locate these stamps in the Scott catalogs and learn about their production and values. -
World Stamps Mar 8, 2024, 9 AM
Wildflowers bloom March 1 on stamps in Canada Post’s Spring Flowers series
by David HartwigThe latest in Canada’s Spring Flowers series, the stamps show Asclepias tuberosa, commonly known as butterfly milkweed; and Monarda punctata, known as spotted beebalm. -
US Stamps Mar 7, 2024, 1 PM
February cartoon caption contest winner gets serious with Woodrow Wilson
by John M. HotchnerThe majority of the entries in the cartoon contest were of a serious nature without the usual humor for which Linn’s readers are known. -
US Stamps Mar 7, 2024, 10 AM
Inside Linn’s: Blue Origin returns to flight in a big way
by Charles SneeAlso this week, a look at some frustrations in the world of first-day covers, and a tip to look for a set of 1916 provisional stamps from a small Portuguese colony. -
Postal Updates Mar 7, 2024, 8 AM
Mail-in voting receives poor reception from attendees at conference near Washington, D.C.
by Allen AbelThe lively and colorful gathering is known officially as the Conservative Political Action Conference. -
US Stamps Mar 6, 2024, 9 PM
Design of surprise U.S. stamp for first lady Betty Ford unveiled March 6 at White House
by Allen Abel, Washington CorrespondentFirst Lady Jill Biden and senior officials of the United States Postal Service convened in the East Room of the White House on March 6 to unveil a new postage stamp honoring Betty Ford. -
US Stamps Mar 6, 2024, 12 PM
Garden Delights stamps hover into view March 16 at March Party stamp show
by Charles SneeGreg Breeding, a seasoned designer and art director for the U.S. Postal Service, worked with wildlife photographer Ben King, whose vibrant pictures appear on the Garden Delights stamps. -
World Stamps Mar 6, 2024, 8 AM
Start collection of France with 1947 airmail set
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThere are multiple catalogs and extensive literature available for collectors interested in the stamps of France. -
US Stamps Mar 5, 2024, 11 AM
Abdul-Jabbar makes surprise appearance at John Wooden first-day ceremony
by Jay BigalkeKareem Abdul-Jabbar’s guest appearance was noticed by numerous national media outlets. -
World Stamps Mar 5, 2024, 8 AM
Vote for Greenland’s 2023 stamp of the year
by Linn’s StaffThe grand prize is an iPhone 14 Pro. Votes must be received by April 2. -
US Stamps Mar 4, 2024, 8 PM
USPS adds stamp for former first lady Betty Ford to 2024 program
by Linn's StaffA surprise addition to the 2024 United States stamp program was announced March 4 by the White House. -
US Stamps Mar 4, 2024, 10 AM
St. Louis Stamp Expo March 22-24
by Linn’s StaffThe show will feature 156 frames of competitive exhibits. -
US Stamps Mar 4, 2024, 7 AM
Banquet menu printed on back of 1948 souvenir sheet
by John M. HotchnerThis unusual souvenir is a creation of the Rocky Mountain Philatelic Library.