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US Stamps Jul 16, 2018, 5 AM
Cowboy artist featured in painting on Montana stamp
by John M. HotchnerIt is not just some anonymous cowboy sitting atop the horse in the United States 25¢ Montana Statehood Centennial stamp. -
US Stamps Jul 16, 2018, 5 AM
Scott catalog courses at APS Stampshow 2018
by Jay BigalkeAt the American Philatelic Society Stampshow 2018, Aug. 9-12 in Columbus, Ohio, there will be two presentations related to the Scott catalog. -
US Stamps Jul 13, 2018, 7 AM
Meet the sculptor behind the $3.6 million settlement: Inside Linn’s
by Molly GoadAlso, take a walk through the stamps for the short-lived Provisional Government of Western Thrace. -
US Stamps Jul 13, 2018, 6 AM
Ready for a little abracadabra? U.S. Art of Magic stamps Aug. 7
by Michael BaadkeThe Art of Magic stamps feature digital illustrations that depict “five classic tricks magicians use to amaze and delight audiences,” according to the USPS. -
World Stamps Jul 13, 2018, 6 AM
World Stamp Championship Israel 2018 in Jerusalem
by Alexander HaimannA recap of the World Stamp Championship hosted by the Israel Philatelic Federation, Israel Post Company and the Israel Philatelic Service. -
Postal Updates Jul 13, 2018, 5 AM
Amazon's shift away from USPS: Week’s Most Read
by Molly GoadAlso this week, a new auction record in Chinese philately, and Scott editors assign one number to the 2018 federal duck stamp. -
Postal Updates Jul 12, 2018, 6 AM
Lung association tried to stop scratch and sniff stamp issue
by Bill McAllisterShortly before Frozen Treats stamps were released, the American Lung Association sent a letter to the USPS, saying the fragrances on the stamps “may pose a risk for serious health problems.” -
Postal Updates Jul 12, 2018, 4 AM
A look at the Lance Armstrong settlement
by Bill McAllisterWashington, D.C., lawyer reveals details of the government’s $5 million settlement with former Tour de France cyclist Lance Armstrong. -
US Stamps Jul 11, 2018, 9 AM
John Lennon first-day event planned for Central Park
by Jay BigalkeA time and location has been revealed for the Sept. 7 first-day ceremony for the United States John Lennon forever stamps. -
World Stamps Jul 11, 2018, 4 AM
A 1926 Philippines stamp set to look for
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThis week's tip is the 1926 Philippines set of four overprinted Legislative Palace Official stamps issued under United States sovereignty. -
US Stamps Jul 10, 2018, 5 AM
Most June contest entries — but not all — avoided politics
by John M. HotchnerSeveral entries referenced the 1947 Monaco airmail stamp that shows FDR with an extra finger on his left hand. -
Postal Updates Jul 10, 2018, 4 AM
Beverly Shores, Ind. depot museum offers anniversary postmark
by Molly GoadA museum that almost never was is celebrating 20 years and has commissioned a July 13 postmark for the occasion. -
World Stamps Jul 9, 2018, 10 AM
Large Czech Republic souvenir sheet features stamp-on-stamp design
by Denise McCartyThe Czech Republic issued a souvenir sheet June 20 showing images of 33 different stamps to mark the 100th anniversary of the first Czechoslovak stamps. -
World Stamps Jul 9, 2018, 7 AM
Mickey takes a French vacation on 12-stamp booklet
by Denise McCartyThe booklet called “Mickey & La France” is part of the worldwide celebration of Mickey’s 90th birthday. -
US Stamps Jul 9, 2018, 6 AM
Reporting on Postal Service stamp product information
by Jay BigalkeEditor-in-chief Jay Bigalke addresses recent changes regarding the way USPS releases new product information, and announces a new weekly feature. -
US Stamps Jul 9, 2018, 5 AM
Plate varieties found on Fourth Bureau Issue
by John M. HotchnerPlate variety collecting can provide hours of fun. In this week's U.S. Stamp Notes, John M. Hotchner takes a look at a plate scratch and double transfer. -
US Stamps Jul 6, 2018, 10 AM
Scott assigns one number to 2018 federal duck stamp
by Michael BaadkeThe United States $25 Mallards federal duck stamp issued in three different formats on June 29 is essentially one stamp, according to Scott editors. -
Postal Updates Jul 6, 2018, 9 AM
Automatic distribution for U.S. commemoratives planned: Inside Linn’s
by Molly GoadAlso, James E. Lee takes a look at a few items from the 1941 edition of Clarence Brazer’s Essays for U.S. Adhesive Postage Stamps that have yet to be included in the Scott Catalogue. -
US Stamps Jul 6, 2018, 7 AM
World War I forever stamp debuts July 27 in Kansas City
by Michael BaadkeThe USPS will issue a single forever stamp July 27 to pay tribute to America’s important contributions to the Allied victory in World War I. -
Auctions Jul 6, 2018, 7 AM
Large Dragon cover sets a new record at auction
by Tim HodgeInterAsia Auctions recently sold the earliest known cover bearing Imperial China stamps for an unprecedented $2.43 million.