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World Stamps Aug 31, 2017, 5 AM
This Albania Flag mini-sheet will add some diversity to your collection
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerSince the fall of Communism in the early 1990s, Albania has issued some stamps with topical appeal in relatively low quantities. -
Auctions Aug 30, 2017, 5 PM
India feudatory ‘Uglies’ shine at Cherrystone auction
by Matthew HealeyIn times of need, typewriters, rubber stamps, upcycled ephemera — anything that can produce a recognizable impression has produced a stamp. -
Auctions Aug 30, 2017, 5 PM
Gert Muller auction welcomed several German-area stamps at recent sale
by Matthew HealeyA high-franked cover from the pre-unification state of Baden, and a parcel card from the soon-to-be-lost colony of German South West Africa led the sale. -
Auctions Aug 30, 2017, 3 PM
One-of-a-kind finds in two upcoming Siegel auctions
by Michael BaadkeThe Clipper City collection of superb U.S. stamps, and more revenue stamps from the Inman collection, will be offered Sept. 19-20 at the Siegel galleries. -
US Stamps Aug 30, 2017, 11 AM
USPS rescheduling stamp for African American museum
by Michael BaadkeThe issue date for the U.S. forever stamp commemorating the National Museum of African American History and Culture will be rescheduled. -
US Stamps Aug 30, 2017, 5 AM
The expertizer’s mind-set: skepticism and review
by John M. HotchnerMost experts John Hotchner has talked with start from the position that an item that they have been asked to examine can be faked. -
Postal Updates Aug 29, 2017, 11 AM
U.S. Postal Service contemplates 50¢ stamp
by Bill McAllister, Washington Correspondent“Postal officials didn’t spell out what any of the new rates would be,” Dead Tree Edition, a website that covers postal issues, reported Aug. 26. -
US Stamps Aug 29, 2017, 4 AM
Readers share different viewpoints on U.S. Postal Service policy for coil stamps
by Donna HousemanCommenting about the Fruit coil stamps, a reader added in his letter that “we would all like to see a lower price point for these attractive stamps.” -
World Stamps Aug 28, 2017, 4 AM
United Nations to issue stamps promoting peace, respect, safety, and dignity for all
by Denise McCartyStranger & Stranger, a packaging design and branding company that specializes in alcoholic drinks, designed the International Day of Peace stamps. -
Postal Updates Aug 27, 2017, 4 AM
Postmarks extend excitement of Aug. 21 total solar eclipse
by Michael BaadkeThe explosion of solar eclipse postmarks that began with last week’s listing continues this week. -
World Stamps Aug 26, 2017, 3 PM
Check out these living writers on stamps
by Charles SneeWhen the worlds of literature and stamps intersect, the result can be quite satisfying. -
US Stamps Aug 26, 2017, 4 AM
Caption Contest: Beetle Bailey is happy about something on this 44¢ stamp, but what?
by John M. HotchnerThe subject of September’s caption contest is a stamp featuring Beetle, who seems self-satisfied about having yanked Sarge’s chain one more time. -
US Stamps Aug 25, 2017, 3 PM
Total Solar Eclipse stamps: putting thermochromic ink to the test
by Charles SneeHow resilient is the reactivity of the thermochromic ink on United States Total Solar Eclipse stamps? Linn’s managing editor Charles Snee investigates. -
US Stamps Aug 25, 2017, 11 AM
Pony express tried to ‘shave a day away,’ telegraph cancel mysteries: Inside Linn’s
by Charles SneeSept. 11 issue highlights include Rick Miller’s exploration of Yugoslavia and Macedonia postal tax stamps memorializing the 1963 earthquake in Skopje. -
Auctions Aug 25, 2017, 9 AM
Unique Canal Zone booklet with two invert panes highlights Cherrystone auction
by Michael BaadkeThe auction will take place Sept. 13-14 at the Cherrystone galleries in New York City. -
US Stamps Aug 25, 2017, 5 AM
2017 Love counterfeits appear, USPS nixes foreign credit payments: Week’s Most Read
by Colin SalleeAlso this week, details about the forthcoming forever stamp that honors the African American Museum of History and Culture were announced. -
World Stamps Aug 24, 2017, 3 PM
Australia’s stamps produced at postal counters are very collectible
by Janet KlugSomething brand new came along in 1993: counter-printed stamps. The stamps in this new format were dispensed from a postal counter machine. -
US Stamps Aug 24, 2017, 9 AM
New book provides information on the TASCO Confederate facsimiles
by John M. HotchnerThe first TASCO booklet page provides brief historical information, and the second begins a discussion of the postage stamps of the Confederacy. -
US Stamps Aug 23, 2017, 8 AM
Looking to shake up your collection? Sanitary fair stamps will do just that
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerLinn’s stamp market tipsters think this stamp appeals both from its unusual purpose, a sailors’ fair, and its oval shape. -
World Stamps Aug 22, 2017, 11 AM
Ten Great Britain stamps celebrate popular classic children’s toys
by Denise McCartyGreat Britain’s Royal Mail celebrates classic toys from the late 19th century through the mid-20th century on 10 new stamps.