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US Stamps Jan 22, 2018, 9 AM
USPS issued Byodo-In Temple stamped envelope Jan. 21
by Michael BaadkeThe $6.70 Byodo-In Temple stamped envelope for flat-rate Priority Mail was issued Jan. 21, the same day as two expedited mail stamps. -
US Stamps Jan 22, 2018, 6 AM
New U.S. Flag forever stamp to be issued Feb. 9 flies digital illustration of partially folded flag
by Michael BaadkeThe United States Postal Service is issuing a new nondenominated (50¢) U.S. Flag forever stamp Feb. 9. -
US Stamps Jan 22, 2018, 5 AM
Answering the question of how to identify flat plate and rotary stamps
by John M. HotchnerOne of the asked questions we often get is “How do you tell the difference between flat plate and rotary plate stamps?” -
US Stamps Jan 22, 2018, 5 AM
NSDA grant for youth hobby promotion
by Linn's StaffA committee formed by the NSDA will review and select the recipient with the board approving the selection. -
Postal Updates Jan 22, 2018, 4 AM
Hawaii landmark’s 50th birthday celebrated with pictorial postmark
by Molly GoadHawaii’s Byodo-In Temple has inspired a special pictorial postmark honoring the state’s rich history with Japan. -
US Stamps Jan 19, 2018, 11 AM
Second annual Brett cup competition in May celebrates the finest 20th-century exhibits
by Jay BigalkeIf you are not one of the 66 exhibitors eligible to enter, consider this motivation to do what it takes to get your exhibit to the required level for the future. -
US Stamps Jan 19, 2018, 5 AM
Are engraved duck stamps gone for good? Week’s Most Read
by Colin SalleeAlso this week, the USPS responded to the looming issue of its shipping agreement with Amazon. -
Auctions Jan 18, 2018, 10 AM
Brazil’s famous Bull’s Eyes bring record prices at Spink USA sale
by Tim HodgeTwo highlights include the largest known multiple of the 1844 60-reis stamp on cover. -
World Stamps Jan 18, 2018, 5 AM
Stamps picture mascots for Pyeongchang Olympics
by Denise McCartyRecent stamps from South Korea depict the mascots of the Pyeongchang 2018 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. -
US Stamps Jan 18, 2018, 3 AM
Five Prexie stamps on soldier’s duffel bag tag
by Charles SneeInsured mail tag that was once attached to a military duffel bag that traveled in 1951 from Camp Cooke, Calif., to Fort Monmouth, N.J. -
Auctions Jan 17, 2018, 1 PM
InterAsia ends 2017 with sale of several high-priced lots
by Tim HodgeInterasia Auctions conducted a sale Dec. 4-7 containing several named collections, with dozens of lots bringing the equivalent of $50,000 or higher. -
Postal Updates Jan 17, 2018, 10 AM
U.S. Postal Service tops Gallup poll favorite agency list once again
by Bill McAllisterThe U.S. Postal Service remains the most favorite federal agency with a 74 percent positive rating. -
Auctions Jan 17, 2018, 10 AM
Semi-modern 1938 £1 stamp commemorating King Farouk’s hits for big price
by Tim HodgeAlso sold was this piece of Tibetan philately, a registered cover bearing a 1912 2/30-trangka carmine stamp with the “POTSAGE” error. -
US Stamps Jan 17, 2018, 6 AM
Arizona federation’s Aripex show Feb. 16-18
by Linn's StaffThe Arizona Federation of Stamp Clubs will present the 60th annual Aripex stamp show Feb. 16-18. -
US Stamps Jan 17, 2018, 6 AM
ASDA winter show Feb. 9-11 in Florida; Flag stamp to debut
by Linn's StaffThe American Stamp Dealers Association will present the ASDA Winter Postage Stamp Show Feb. 9-11 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. -
US Stamps Jan 17, 2018, 5 AM
Back-of-the-book collections an active project for collectors
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe United States first issued Official stamps in 1873 for cabinet departments of the executive branch of government. -
World Stamps Jan 16, 2018, 1 PM
La Poste celebrates 50 years fashion house Sonia Rykiel with new stamps
by Denise McCartyFrance's La Poste is continuing its tradition of having famous fashion designers or houses create the illustrations for its heart-shaped Love stamps. -
World Stamps Jan 16, 2018, 8 AM
Does this Norman Rockwell sheet look familiar?
by Charles SneeOn Aug. 22, 2017, Antigua issued a set of three souvenir sheets highlighting paintings by American artist Norman Rockwell. -
Postal Updates Jan 16, 2018, 6 AM
Postal Service breaks its silence on criticism of Amazon shipping agreement
by Bill McAllisterThe Postal Service recently responded to criticism of a delivery deal between the USPS and retail giant Amazon. -
World Stamps Jan 16, 2018, 4 AM
Fashion designers among those depicted on six new stamps from Isle of Man
by Denise McCartyCartor printed the stamps by offset in sheets of 12. They are scheduled to be issued Feb. 1.