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US Stamps Dec 20, 2017, 6 AM
Covers tell the stories behind the 1970 Christmas precancels and their validity
by John M. HotchnerThe fifth stamp reproduces a Nativity painting by Lorenzo Lotto (Scott 1414). The first of two printings was issued on Nov. 5. -
World Stamps Dec 20, 2017, 5 AM
Cayman Island’s King George V pictorial stamps are a hot buy
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerAmong the subjects featured are a map of the islands, a catboat, red-footed boobies, conches and coconut palms, and hawksbill turtles. -
US Stamps Dec 19, 2017, 6 AM
First U.S. issue dates for 2018 revealed
by Michael BaadkeIssue dates and locations for 10 United States stamps were recently revealed by the U.S. Postal Service. Ceremony details are still to come. -
Postal Updates Dec 19, 2017, 3 AM
Former USPS vice president sentenced after inspectors uncovered lies
by Bill McAllisterSpecial agents from the Postal Inspector General discovered Whitman’s resume and a security clearance form he filled out were riddled with lies. -
World Stamps Dec 15, 2017, 10 AM
Warrior, statesman and king on Polish stamps: Inside Linn's
by Jay BigalkeAlso in this issue are features about the Graphics Philately Association and a hunt through a recently purchased stamp mixture. -
US Stamps Dec 15, 2017, 7 AM
Four American publications win prizes in Gaertner philatelic literature contest
by Jay BigalkeThe 2017 awards were presented during the Monacophil 2017 stamp show in the Top Cars Museum. -
US Stamps Dec 15, 2017, 5 AM
USPS reveals stamp designs for 2018: Week's Most Read
by Colin SalleeAlso this week, the U.S. Postal Service decided to end sales of U.S. stamps through a network of more than a dozen overseas agents. -
World Stamps Dec 15, 2017, 4 AM
Canada plans two issues for Jan. 15
by Denise McCartyCanada Post has revealed the designs of its first two stamp issues for 2018. -
Postal Updates Dec 14, 2017, 8 AM
‘Star Wars’ and Marine One team up on 2007 Express Mail envelopes
by Charles SneeWhy a pack of three envelopes? The answer may be found on the backs of the envelopes. -
US Stamps Dec 14, 2017, 5 AM
APS offering On-the-Road stamp courses in January and February
by Molly GoadThe American Philatelic Society is offering five one-day courses tailored to stamp collectors of all levels prior to the first few stamp shows in 2018. -
World Stamps Dec 13, 2017, 9 AM
Newest U.N. Flag series set shows new flags for eight member nations
by Michael BaadkeIn the case of this upcoming issue, the eight stamps all represent nations previously acknowledged in the stamp series. -
US Stamps Dec 13, 2017, 8 AM
Museum of African American History and Culture, hockey stamps get Scott numbers
by Colin SalleeHaving these numbers handy will allow you to easily locate these stamps in the catalogs and learn about their production and values. -
US Stamps Dec 13, 2017, 4 AM
The appeal of this Civil War-era proprietary stamp will never die
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerTo help pay for the Civil War, the Revenue Act of 1862 levied taxes on a host of products, including patent medicines and matches. Stamps were used as proof. -
US Stamps Dec 12, 2017, 9 AM
USPS reveals a number of 2018 U.S. stamps
by Michael BaadkeThe United States Postal Service has announced a number of stamps it plans to issue in 2018. -
US Stamps Dec 11, 2017, 1 PM
November’s caption contest winners are ...
by John M. HotchnerThe next cartoon caption contest will be announced in the Jan. 8 issue of Linn’s. -
US Stamps Dec 11, 2017, 4 AM
Jenny Invert and late 2018 stamp reveal; top Linn’s stamp stories for 2017
by Jay BigalkeThe year 2017 included a number of important stories involving stamps and the collector groups supporting the stamp hobby. -
Auctions Dec 10, 2017, 5 AM
1960 $5 Alexander Hamilton solo cover tops $5,500 in online auction
by Charles SneeSlotted as a 10-day auction, it didn’t take long for aficionados of Liberty postal history to begin expressing their interest. -
US Stamps Dec 9, 2017, 12 PM
U.S. stamp error newly authenticated after 22 years; horizontal die cuts missing from 1995 32¢ Pink Rose
by Michael BaadkeDeLaney’s error panes show plate No. S444 printed on the selvage strip directly below the top nine stamps on the pane. -
World Stamps Dec 9, 2017, 5 AM
Czech hurdler claims 2016 Rio Olympics stamp breaks copyright law
by Molly GoadAn Olympic athlete and two-time world champion from the Czech Republic says a stamp issued in 2016 violates copyright law. -
US Stamps Dec 8, 2017, 11 AM
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