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World Stamps Dec 3, 2018, 9 AM
New British Library exhibition
by Linn's StaffA new exhibit titled “Stamps, Independence, and Post-Colonial Futures” at the British Library in London, England, is open until the end of 2020. -
US Stamps Dec 3, 2018, 8 AM
Five U.S. stamp issues to go off sale in December
by Molly GoadWonder Woman, Holiday Windows, and Jack-O’-Lanterns are among the five stamps going off sale Dec. 31. -
US Stamps Dec 1, 2018, 12 PM
New U.S. holiday stamps receive Scott numbers
by Charles SneeUnited States stamps celebrating Christmas and other holiday observances comprise this month’s new listings. -
US Stamps Dec 1, 2018, 8 AM
North American baseball stamp album pages
by Jay BigalkeThe Scott National Album line is adding album pages for baseball stamps of United States, Canada and Mexico. -
World Stamps Nov 30, 2018, 8 AM
Marianne and Youth stamps: Inside Linn's
by Molly GoadAlso in the Dec. 17 issue, stamps with children playing in snow and India’s fascinating Scinde Dawks. -
US Stamps Nov 29, 2018, 4 PM
Linn’s 2018 U.S. stamp popularity poll
by Molly GoadInnovations in printing technology were used for a number of United States stamps issued in 2018. -
US Stamps Nov 29, 2018, 3 PM
Scott U.S. pocket stamp catalog
by Jay BigalkeThe 2019 Scott U.S. pocket catalog is the perfect size to bring with you to a stamp show. -
Postal Updates Nov 29, 2018, 2 PM
Commission approves USPS rate change request: Week's Most Read
by Molly GoadThe Postal Regulatory Commission's approval of the USPS's rate change request was understandably our top story over the past week. -
US Stamps Nov 29, 2018, 2 PM
How long is too late to wait for stamps to be expertized?
by John M. HotchnerWhat should you do when an expertizer is taking months to provide an opinion on a stamp or cover you have submitted for examination? -
World Stamps Nov 29, 2018, 10 AM
Swiss Post's Christmas set depicts scenes just before nightfall
by Denise McCartyOne design reproduces Martin Magli’s photograph of Kandersteg Church, located in an alpine valley. -
World Stamps Nov 29, 2018, 8 AM
Bahamas stamps pay homage to beloved Christmas carol
by Denise McCartyEach stamp includes two or three words from the first two lines of the carol Silent Night. -
World Stamps Nov 29, 2018, 8 AM
Austrian stamp honors first Silent Night performance, 200 years ago
by Molly GoadThe design depicts the Silent Night Memorial Chapel in Oberndorf on a starry, snow-covered evening. -
US Stamps Nov 29, 2018, 8 AM
Santa's help-wanted ad cover
by John M. HotchnerU.S. Stamp Notes columnist John M. Hotchner shares a 1952 cover/help-wanted ad for Santa's helpers. -
US Stamps Nov 28, 2018, 1 PM
Empire State Express: an attractive engraved bicolor classic
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThis week's tip won’t break the bank; it's affordable in unused hinged condition, mint never-hinged condition or used condition. -
US Stamps Nov 28, 2018, 12 PM
Semipostals and new stamps
by Molly GoadJay Bigalke offers insight on the United States 2019 stamp program subjects recently released. -
Auctions Nov 28, 2018, 11 AM
InterAsia Dec. 10-12 sale: rarities, covers, and more
by Jay BigalkeUnissued Chinese rarities are among the many stamps and postal history items that will be offered during InterAsia's Dec. 10-12 auction series. -
World Stamps Nov 27, 2018, 9 AM
APS exhibiting course at Westpex
by Linn's StaffThe American Philatelic Society will offer a one-day course on the first day of the Westpex 2019 stamp show in April. -
World Stamps Nov 27, 2018, 9 AM
The Falklands honor former post office
by Jay BigalkeThe Falkland Islands issued four stamps Nov. 28 commemorating the 100th anniversary of its oldest remaining post office building. -
World Stamps Nov 27, 2018, 9 AM
Vatican, Poland win awards for best religious stamps
by Linn's StaffVatican City and Poland won St. Gabriel awards for the best religious stamps issued in 2017. -
US Stamps Nov 26, 2018, 8 PM
Saving Vanishing Species semipostal to be withdrawn from sale Dec. 31
by Denise McCartyThe United States Save Vanishing Species semipostal stamp (Scott B4) is being withdrawn from sale — again.