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US Stamps Jan 16, 2018, 4 AM
Jacques C. Schiff Jr. (1931-2017)
by John M. HotchnerJacques C. Schiff Jr., a prominent stamp dealer, auctioneer and renowned error stamps expert, died Dec. 20, 2017. -
US Stamps Jan 16, 2018, 4 AM
On these covers, Santa doesn't just come on Christmas Eve
by John M. HotchnerThe two patriotic covers that are pictured with this column feature Santa Claus. -
World Stamps Jan 15, 2018, 2 PM
Jersey souvenir sheet depicts flags from another era
by Dingguo DaiThe current flag is the first to be adopted officially. Unofficially, a plain red saltire had been used since at least the 1830s until April 6, 1981. -
World Stamps Jan 15, 2018, 1 PM
Marshall Islands Post renews relationship with IGPC effective Jan. 1
by Molly GoadInter-Governmental Philatelic Corporation (IGPC) has been appointed the exclusive philatelic agent of the Pacific Island nation of the Marshall Islands. -
US Stamps Jan 15, 2018, 7 AM
Engraved duck stamps gone for good? Printing technology cited for change
by Jay BigalkeThe days of engraved printing on federal duck stamps appeared to be over. -
US Stamps Jan 15, 2018, 4 AM
American Philatelic Society opens registration for 2018 Summer Seminar
by Linns StaffAttendees can choose between 10 different two-day courses or three different four-day courses taught by experts. -
US Stamps Jan 13, 2018, 4 AM
In the stamp world, Christmas is never really over
by John M. HotchnerCan anyone come up with a "Please Mail Early for Christmas" cancellation even earlier in the year? -
US Stamps Jan 12, 2018, 2 PM
Offering some informational Rockefeller Christmas tree history
by John M. HotchnerUncovered photo portrays the informal start of the Rockefeller Center tradition in 1931 when workmen involved in the construction of the center. -
World Stamps Jan 12, 2018, 10 AM
Flocked paper adds texture to stamps: Inside Linn's
by Jay BigalkeAlso included in this issue is an article looking at how a cachetmaker named his line of covers and a feature on the 1968 rate increase. -
World Stamps Jan 12, 2018, 6 AM
New Denmark stamps feature Yoko Ono’s artwork
by Denise McCartyThe words “Dream” and “Smile” are featured on the first stamps designed by Yoko Ono, an artist, musician, activist and the widow of John Lennon. -
Auctions Jan 12, 2018, 5 AM
Cherrystone’s Feb. 6-7 auction offers rare inverts, worldwide material
by Michael BaadkeCherrystone Philatelic Auctioneers in New York City will offer United States and worldwide stamps and postal history in four auction sessions, Feb. 6-7. -
US Stamps Jan 12, 2018, 5 AM
Lena Horne celebrated Jan. 30 on newest stamp in U.S. Black Heritage series
by Michael BaadkeThe new vertical commemorative is the 41st stamp in the U.S. Postal Service’s long-running Black Heritage stamp series. -
US Stamps Jan 12, 2018, 4 AM
Here we have a first-day invitation stamp mismatch
by John M. HotchnerThe model from which the stamp was designed stood in front of the shop of James Fales of New Bedford, Mass., some time during the 19th century. -
Auctions Jan 12, 2018, 4 AM
We unpack the extensive Flagship sale from Daniel F. Kelleher: Week’s Most Read
by Colin SalleeAlso this week, another high-demand Columbus stamp was featured. -
US Stamps Jan 11, 2018, 11 AM
Why is the usage of this 20th century Christmas seal odd?
by John M. HotchnerThe seal is the 1912 design, and it is tied to the letter by a receiving handstamp dated Dec. 26. -
World Stamps Jan 10, 2018, 6 AM
Trinidad Landing of Columbus stamp from 1898 in demand
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerMany commemorative stamps have been issued for Columbus. One of the earliest and most attractive was issued by Trinidad. -
US Stamps Jan 9, 2018, 1 PM
Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness stamp the lone issue to become Scott official this month
by Colin SalleeWhat do these Scott numbers signify? In short, these stamps’ place in upcoming editions of the Scott catalogs. -
Auctions Jan 9, 2018, 7 AM
Spink China auction to offer Sianking postal history
by Michael BaadkeThe Jan. 21 Spink China auction in Hong Kong will include a complete sheet of China's 1882 1-candareen stamp with wide setting. -
World Stamps Jan 9, 2018, 7 AM
Canada Post issues first stamps in new Far and Wide definitive series
by Denise McCartyCanada Post’s new Far and Wide definitive stamp series takes its name from lyrics in the Canadian national anthem, O Canada. -
World Stamps Jan 9, 2018, 5 AM
Jersey takes a trip back to the 1960s
by Denise McCartyThe 1960s set features “Flower Power” in psychedelic poster lettering on the 49p; another psychedelic design of a guitar player.