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US Stamps Oct 3, 2018, 7 AM
Ann Arbor, Mich., stamp show Nov. 3-4
by Linn's StaffThe show features 28 stamp, cover and supply dealers from nine states, selling United States and foreign stamps and postal history. -
Auctions Oct 3, 2018, 6 AM
Cherrystone’s Oct. 16-17 sale
by Michael BaadkeThe two-day New York City auction includes U.S., British and worldwide material, with a big selection of worldwide collections and large lots. -
US Stamps Oct 3, 2018, 5 AM
Reflecting on upright $2 Jenny Invert five years later
by Jay BigalkeStamp production video reveals new tidbit in the production of the intentionally created version with the plane flying the correct way. -
Auctions Oct 2, 2018, 7 AM
Inflation-era cover at Oct. 20 H.R. Harmer auction
by Michael BaadkeThe auction firm will offer German-area material and mint U.S. classics at the NOJEX/ASDA stamp show. -
World Stamps Oct 2, 2018, 6 AM
Australian alphabet stamps: Z is for zombie and more
by Denise McCartyAustralia Post describes this design as “an over-zealous zoologist has zigzagged past some zombies to zoom in on two dazzling Zebra Finches.” -
US Stamps Oct 2, 2018, 5 AM
Scott numbers assigned to Art of Magic, Dragons stamps
by Charles SneeThese new Scott catalog numbers were assigned to U.S. stamps issued during the past month. -
Postal Updates Sep 28, 2018, 8 AM
Former Postmaster General Paul N. Carlin honored
by Bill McAllisterThey gathered at the Metropolitan Club in Washington, D.C., to remember a man who got one of the rawest deals ever given a departing postal executive. -
US Stamps Sep 28, 2018, 7 AM
USPS, Israel Post prepare joint issue for 2018 Hanukkah stamp
by Michael BaadkeFor the second year in a row, the United States Postal Service is engaging in an end-of-the-year joint issue with another postal authority. -
US Stamps Sep 28, 2018, 6 AM
Mail of Swan Island: Inside Linn’s
by Molly GoadKen Lawrence’s in-depth 16-page Spotlight on Philately feature in this month’s issue covers Swan Island, a former United States Caribbean possession. -
US Stamps Sep 28, 2018, 6 AM
Winter birds take off at FDOI ceremony in Vermont
by Molly GoadThe Birds in Winter forever stamp dedication on Sept. 22 included a demonstration with birds and an owl. -
US Stamps Sep 28, 2018, 5 AM
A tale of three expertizing certificates
by John M. HotchnerFirst appearances can sometimes be misleading; careful examination is needed of some stamps and covers to determine what they are. -
US Stamps Sep 28, 2018, 5 AM
2019 Scott U.S. Specialized catalog offers two Special Feature articles
by Donna HousemanMany important value and editorial changes enhance the 97th edition of the Scott Specialized Catalogue of United States Stamps and Covers. -
US Stamps Sep 28, 2018, 5 AM
Nojex/ASDA stamp show runs Oct. 19-21
by Linn's StaffMore than 40 dealers are set to participate at the East Rutherford, N.J. show next month. -
US Stamps Sep 28, 2018, 5 AM
Coca-Cola Christmas: Week’s Most Read
by Molly GoadAlso this week, New Zealand Post's cost-saving measure, Johns Hopkins stamp varieties and more. -
World Stamps Sep 27, 2018, 7 AM
UNPA celebrates International Music Day
by Denise McCartyThe three different panes feature various instruments: brass and woodwind; stringed; and percussion. -
World Stamps Sep 27, 2018, 5 AM
Britain adds a touch of magic to Harry Potter stamps
by Molly GoadHarry Potter, his friends, teachers and other images from the popular film series will appear on 15 nondenominated first-class stamps. -
Postal Updates Sep 26, 2018, 4 PM
Senate approves mail measure to curb drugs
by Bill McAllisterThe 99-to-1 vote came Sept. 17 after the measure was bundled with others aimed at attacking the nation’s opioid crisis. -
Postal Updates Sep 26, 2018, 2 PM
Task force’s recommendations to Trump remain a mystery
by Bill McAllisterThe silence has led to several public predictions that the panel’s proposals will “never see the light of day.” -
US Stamps Sep 26, 2018, 4 AM
Tip of the week: 1869 Post Horse and Rider
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe 1869 United States 2¢ brown Post Horse and Rider stamp is a good buy at 70-80 percent of the 2018 Scott catalog values. -
Auctions Sep 26, 2018, 4 AM
Rarities in Oct. 10-12 Kelleher auction include U.S. classics
by Michael BaadkeIn its Flagship sale in Danbury, Conn., Daniel F. Kelleher Auctions is offering a used example of the imperforate 1851 1¢ type I Benjamin Franklin stamp.