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World Stamps Dec 25, 2023, 1 PM
Donald Sutherland invites fans to send postcards
by David Hartwig“People have sent me letters just because they wanted to send me a letter with my stamp on it,” Sutherland said. -
US Stamps Dec 25, 2023, 9 AM
Christmas seals went national in 1908
by John M. HotchnerChristmas seals were introduced to the United States in 1907. They were small labels, distributed only in the Wilmington, Del., and Philadelphia, Pa., area. -
US Stamps Dec 22, 2023, 9 AM
Unissued 1998 Hat postcard-rate stamp found in 1-pound United States mixture
by Charles SneeLinn’s Stamp News reported the initial discovery of the unissued Hat stamp in a page 1 report in the Dec. 6, 1999, issue. -
Postal Updates Dec 21, 2023, 12 PM
University of Puerto Rico fraternity’s centennial roots
by Molly GoadPhi Eta Mu is the oldest student organization within the University of Puerto Rico. -
US Stamps Dec 21, 2023, 8 AM
Inside Linn’s: Factors influencing a dollar-sign cover’s desirability
by Charles SneeAlso this week, a review of worldwide stamps issued during the past 83 years, and the sixth crossword puzzle devoted to translating philatelic Portuguese into English. -
Postal Updates Dec 21, 2023, 7 AM
Misfortunes pile up for post office in Bridgeport, Calif.
by Allen AbelThe U.S. Postal Service reported the closure of the building housing the post office in a Feb. 27, 2023, press release. -
World Stamps Dec 20, 2023, 10 AM
St. Nick delivers weapons on Ukraine stamp issued Dec. 6
by David HartwigUkrainian artist Kostya Lavra designed the stamp, which combines elements of the St. Nicholas tradition with elements of the armed forces. -
US Stamps Dec 20, 2023, 8 AM
Solo uses of U.S. 2014 Ralph Ellison stamp are scarce
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerAt the time it was issued, the 91¢ Ralph Ellison stamp paid the 3-ounce first-class letter rate. -
US Stamps Dec 19, 2023, 12 PM
A trio of New Year’s covers to ring in 2024
by John M. HotchnerChristmas cancels on naval covers are often-seen souvenirs, but New Year’s cancels not so much. -
US Stamps Dec 19, 2023, 9 AM
2024 Great American Stamp Show to host first-day ceremonies for Pinback Buttons, Autumn Colors stamps
by Charles SneeThe American Philatelic Society received word about the first-day ceremonies in early December. -
US Stamps Dec 19, 2023, 8 AM
Snow Globes forever stamps inspire four new postmarks
by Jay BigalkeThe designs of the postmarks mostly correspond with the Snow Globes forever stamps issued Sept. 19. -
World Stamps Dec 18, 2023, 10 AM
Belgium’s 2024 stamp program to begin Jan. 21
by David HartwigStamp issues in the 2024 program include Belgium’s first cryptocurrency stamp, stamps that glow in the dark, and a stamp that attempts to break a record. -
World Stamps Dec 18, 2023, 8 AM
Jersey unveils Wang Huming’s dragon stamps
by Molly Goadthe issue includes a single £1.65 stamp in panes of 10 and a £4 stamp in a souvenir sheet of one, both to be issued Jan. 4. -
US Stamps Dec 14, 2023, 10 AM
Inside Linn’s: U.S. 2002 3¢ Star definitive stamp
by Charles SneeAlso this week, an exploration of the myriad sources that can be found on The Digital Philatelist website, and a review of a mixture of worldwide stamps turns up something surprising. -
Auctions Dec 14, 2023, 7 AM
Argentina invert, unissued PRC rarity, more in Jan. 9-10 Cherrystone auction of rare worldwide stamps and postal history
by Charles SneeDuring the leadoff session on the morning of Jan. 9, Cherrystone will offer an unused block of 10 of the Argentina 1899 5-peso orange and black Allegory of Liberty with the vignette inverted. -
Postal Updates Dec 13, 2023, 11 AM
Celebrating 70 years of dairy magic in Rudolph, Wis.
by Molly GoadThe annual Country Christmas festival in Rudolph, Wis., is a delightful day brimming with holiday cheer. -
World Stamps Dec 13, 2023, 8 AM
Look for Mexico 1938 International Congress airmail set of six
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThere is something for everyone among Mexican stamps, from great classic rarities to colorful and attractive modern topicals that are easily affordable. -
US Stamps Dec 12, 2023, 12 PM
Society for Czechoslovak Philately donates to Boston 2026 World Expo
by Linn’s StaffThe Society for Czechoslovak Philately was founded in New York City in 1939. -
US Stamps Dec 12, 2023, 7 AM
2023 U.S. ‘Stamp Yearbook’ available for purchase
by Jay BigalkeThe yearbook includes 80 stamps and matching mounts from what the Postal Service calls its “collectible program,” or what collectors typically call commemoratives. -
US Stamps Dec 11, 2023, 11 AM
Cost to collect 2023 U.S. stamps $17 more than 2022
by Jay BigalkeThe total single-stamp cost for collectors was $126.44 in 2023, compared to $108.80 in 2022 and $75.34 in 2021.