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World Stamps Feb 26, 2018, 12 PM
Germany’s stamp tribute to Peanuts comic
by Denise McCartySnoopy and other familiar characters from the Peanuts comic strip are starring on new stamps from Germany’s Deutsche Post. -
World Stamps Feb 26, 2018, 12 PM
Aquatic blooms of the lotus flower flourish on Canadian stamps March 1
by Jay BigalkeThe Lotus stamps were designed by Parcel Design of Toronto based on watercolors by Eunike Nugroho, a botanical artist from Indonesia. -
Postal Updates Feb 26, 2018, 10 AM
‘Arizona Balloon Buster’ pilot the topic of two Aripex pictorial postmarks
by Molly GoadThe Aripex 2018 stamp show’s two official cancellations honor World War I fighter pilot Frank Luke Jr. -
World Stamps Feb 26, 2018, 10 AM
Ganz wins single-frame championship
by Michael BaadkeThe winner of the 2018 single-frame Champion of Champions award is Cheryl R. Ganz, for her exhibit of Hindenburg on-board postmarks. -
US Stamps Feb 26, 2018, 10 AM
APS plans Stampshow 2018 gatherings
by Linn's StaffThe American Philatelic Society is planning several social gatherings during APS Stampshow 2018. -
US Stamps Feb 26, 2018, 7 AM
What are your thoughts on college football? Share them in March’s Caption Contest
by John M. HotchnerThe stamp commemorates the 100th anniversary of intercollegiate football competition, but for this contest, it represents youth football through the pros. -
US Stamps Feb 26, 2018, 6 AM
Stamp club banquet and anniversary souvenirs
by John M. HotchnerA souvenir from the Springfield Stamp Club mystifies Linn's U.S. Stamp Notes columnist. -
World Stamps Feb 25, 2018, 5 AM
Royal Mail changes up its Stampex stand; no Great Britain post & go machines at show
by Jay BigalkeIt showcased three recent stamp issues on panels in the backdrop: Star Wars, Votes for Women and Game of Thrones. -
US Stamps Feb 24, 2018, 5 AM
Cleveland’s March Party show March 22-24
by Linn's StaffThe show also will feature the annual convention of the United Postal Stationery Society, which was founded in 1945. -
US Stamps Feb 23, 2018, 11 AM
Bioluminescent life stamps' first-day ceremony
by Molly GoadTen dazzling forever stamps unveiled at Feb. 22 dedication in Florida. -
US Stamps Feb 23, 2018, 9 AM
Unintentional event cover found: Inside Linn's
by Molly GoadAlso in this issue are a stamp mixture purchase review and an article explaining what British counterfeits mean for collectors. -
US Stamps Feb 23, 2018, 8 AM
Ameristamp Expo show in Birmingham opens
by Michael BaadkeAmeristamp Expo 2018, the annual winter stamp show and American Philatelic Society convention, is underway in Birmingham, Ala. -
Auctions Feb 23, 2018, 6 AM
Siegel International offers rare Canada, France March 13
by Michael BaadkeA rare philatelic hat trick will be offered by Robert A. Siegel International March 13 when it presents the Calgary collection of Canada. -
US Stamps Feb 23, 2018, 6 AM
Celebrating Fred Rogers March 23 with a forever stamp and 50 years of ‘Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood’ show
by Michael BaadkeThe stamp celebrates both Rogers and the groundbreaking television series he created and hosted for 33 years. -
US Stamps Feb 23, 2018, 6 AM
Spellman Museum readies for sixth annual postal history symposium
by Linn's StaffThe symposium will take place May 3 on the campus of Regis College (College Hall 202) in Weston, Mass., starting at 9:30 a.m. -
Auctions Feb 23, 2018, 5 AM
Scandinavian rarities, worldwide classics in March 15-17 Postiljonen auction
by Michael BaadkeThe Swedish firm celebrates its 50th anniversary with a special anniversary auction of Scandinavian and worldwide material March 15-17. -
US Stamps Feb 23, 2018, 4 AM
Imperforate 2013 Jenny pane pops up at the APS: Week’s Most Read
by Colin SalleeAlso this week, consignment and antique shops continue to be philatelic goldmines — if you're patient. -
US Stamps Feb 22, 2018, 12 PM
St. Louis Stamp Expo to take place over St. Patrick’s Day weekend
by Linn's StaffThe convening societies are the Polonus Philatelic Society and Scouts on Stamps Society International. -
US Stamps Feb 22, 2018, 12 PM
Mr. ZIP graces stamp-related memorabilia
by John M. HotchnerMr. ZIP made his first appearance in 1963 to promote the use of five-digit Zone Improvement Program (ZIP) codes to speed mail service. -
Postal Updates Feb 22, 2018, 3 AM
Amazon’s new threat to delivery services via the U.S. Postal Service
by Bill McAllisterThe market has forgotten the impact on the biggest shipper for the Seattle-based retailer Amazon: the U.S. Postal Service.