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Postal Updates Jan 15, 2024, 8 AM
Consequential 1978 court case connected ‘Sports Illustrated’ reporter to Constance Baker Motley
by Allen AbelMelissa Ludtke, then a young journalist for Sports Illustrated, was compelled to sue for the right to practice her chosen profession in the same room and with the same privileges as a man. -
World Stamps Jan 12, 2024, 9 AM
France pays tribute to musician Michel Legrand
by Molly GoadThe green-letter €1.29 Michel Legrand stamp pays the amount for sending letters weighing up to 20 grams to be delivered within three days. -
US Stamps Jan 11, 2024, 2 PM
UCLA Pauley Pavilion to host Feb. 24 first day for John Wooden stamp
by Charles SneeKnown as the “Wizard of Westwood,” Wooden coached the Bruins to four perfect 30-0 seasons. -
US Stamps Jan 11, 2024, 12 PM
Inside Linn’s: It’s time to get ready for the April 8 total solar eclipse
by Charles SneeAlso this week, a tip to look out for stamps picturing Queen Margarethe II of Denmark, and taking a close look at an assortment of stamps from 30 countries. -
US Stamps Jan 11, 2024, 10 AM
New plate number discovered on U.S. 2023 Patriotic Block coil stamp
by Charles SneeThe “B” prefix in the B222 plate number represents the printer, Banknote Corporation of America. -
World Stamps Jan 11, 2024, 8 AM
Royal Mail celebrates Girl Power with Jan. 11 Spice Girls stamps
by David HartwigFive stamps in the set of 10 show the Spice Girls performing as a group at various times from 1997 to 2012, and the remaining five show each member during a performance. -
US Stamps Jan 10, 2024, 11 AM
Joann R. Lenz, 1938-2023
by Charles SneeJoann Lenz was a passionate supporter of the hobby who always had a smile on her face and a kind word for anyone who came to her with questions. -
World Stamps Jan 10, 2024, 8 AM
Inexpensive French Guiana 1935 set has great appeal
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe engraved stamp designs feature the recapture of Cayenne by d’Estrees in 1676 and products of French Guiana. -
US Stamps Jan 9, 2024, 4 PM
USPS to launch new Priority Mail series Jan. 22 featuring Webb Telescope photos of remarkable stellar formations
by Charles SneeThe designated first-day city is Greenbelt, Md., home to the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, which managed the development of the Webb Telescope. -
US Stamps Jan 9, 2024, 12 PM
Completing a matched set of Snow Globes stamps and postmarks
by Jay BigalkeThe four new postmarks show snow globes with a snowman, Santa, a tree and a row of three buildings. -
World Stamps Jan 9, 2024, 10 AM
Jersey’s Europa stamps mark underwater wonders
by Molly GoadJersey Post’s Europa contribution features images skillfully captured by local underwater photographer and cold-water swimmer Nicola Miskin. -
Auctions Jan 9, 2024, 8 AM
Mint U.S. 1893 $5 Columbian plate number strip of four in Jan. 23-25 Kelleher Flagship auction
by Charles SneeWhat makes this $5 Columbian strip of four all the more remarkable is the pristine state of its mint, never-hinged gum. -
US Stamps Jan 8, 2024, 12 PM
Complex 1913 Christmas seal provides many challenges
by John M. HotchnerCertainly one of the most sought-after of the United States national Christmas seals is type I of the 1913 designs. -
US Stamps Jan 8, 2024, 10 AM
ATA to offer free virtual programs
by Linn’s StaffThe programs will cover such topics as the Boston 2026 World Expo, the history of anti-Jewish behavior in America, and using social media to enhance the collecting experience. -
US Stamps Jan 8, 2024, 7 AM
Second imperf error of 2023 Freedom U.S. Flag coil found in Colorado
by Charles SneeThe new error occurs on the nondenominated (63¢) Freedom U.S. Flag coil printed in rolls of 100 by Ashton Potter (USA) Ltd. of Williamsville, N.Y. -
US Stamps Jan 7, 2024, 1 PM
December cartoon caption contest winner has Columbus taking a navigational leap into the future
by John M. HotchnerUndoubtedly, Queen Isabella had questions for Columbus, and several entries commented on that aspect. -
Postal Updates Jan 6, 2024, 10 AM
New Hampshire postmark honors quadricentennial
by Molly GoadIn celebration of the remarkable 400-year history of New Castle, N.H., a new pictorial postmark has been introduced. -
US Stamps Jan 5, 2024, 1 PM
New United States Holiday Joy forever stamps unveiled
by Jay BigalkeThe United States Postal Service will issue four new Holiday Joy forever stamps this fall. -
World Stamps Jan 5, 2024, 10 AM
Netherlands continues Typically Dutch series on stamp issued Jan. 2
by David HartwigThe stamp shows two cows facing forward. While the cows may look normal at first glance, a closer look reveals that they are statuettes. -
US Stamps Jan 5, 2024, 8 AM
New U.S. stamp rings in Year of the Dragon Jan. 25 in Seattle, Wash.
by Charles SneeThe new nondenominated (68¢) Year of the Dragon forever stamp features an ornate three-dimensional ceremonial mask by Camille Chew.