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Auctions Jun 1, 2017, 3 PM
‘Trifecta’ 1848 naval cover tops $19,000 in Rumsey sale
by Matthew Healey, New York CorrespondentThe cover doubled its presale estimate to fetch $19,550, including the 15 percent buyer’s premium added by Rumsey to all lots. -
World Stamps Jun 1, 2017, 11 AM
Last two Canada 150 stamps pay tribute to Olympic, Paralympic Games and athletes
by Fred BaumannOn June 1, Canada Post completed its marathon unveiling begun April 28, revealing the final two stamps in its 10-stamp Canada 150 issue. -
US Stamps Jun 1, 2017, 5 AM
Issue dates announced for Sharks and Flowers
by Michael BaadkeTwo U.S. stamp sets with great topical appeal will be issued this summer: the Sharks set of five, and the Flowers from the Garden set of four. -
World Stamps May 31, 2017, 3 PM
Canada’s Centennial series remains a favorite
by Fred BaumannThey were born half a century ago in Canada, postally marking the first 100 years of that nation. And they've done nothing but grow since. -
World Stamps May 31, 2017, 8 AM
Eighth Canada 150 stamp honors iconic Team Canada 1972 hockey team
by Linn's staffThe eighth Canada 150 stamp pays tribute to the legendary Team Canada 1972 hockey team that took on the mighty Soviet Union. -
World Stamps May 31, 2017, 7 AM
Nunavut, Canada’s newest territory, hailed on seventh Canada 150 stamp
by Fred BaumannA Canadian stamp commemorating the creation of the territory of Nunavut in 1999 was unveiled May 30. -
Postal Updates May 31, 2017, 5 AM
U.S. Postal Service remains silent on demise of imperforate uncut press sheets
by Bill McAllister, Washington CorrespondentTo the dismay of many collectors, the USPS appears to have killed one of its most profitable new products: uncut press sheets of imperforate stamps. -
World Stamps May 30, 2017, 5 AM
Finland issues memorial stamp for Mauno Koivisto, its ninth president
by Linn’s StaffFinland’s post office, Posti, announced May 24 that it is issuing a mourning stamp June 9 for President Mauno Koivisto, the country’s ninth president. -
US Stamps May 29, 2017, 5 AM
For free: Philatelic Foundation serves up digitized Stanley Ashbrook files
by Donna HousemanThe Philatelic Foundation has digitized Ashbrook’s files and made them available free on its website. The digitization was made possible through a grant. -
Auctions May 28, 2017, 5 AM
Rare stamps, postal history headline June 13-14 Cherrystone auction
by Charles SneeAlmost 1,500 lots will be up for sale, beginning with United States issues, followed by Austria, France and Colonies. -
World Stamps May 27, 2017, 3 PM
Machin stamps produced in different formats over a half century
by Larry RosenblumSecurity against forgery and reuse has concerned the British Post Office since 1840. Features have been added to Machin stamps to increase security. -
US Stamps May 27, 2017, 5 AM
It’s all about keeping cool for the June cartoon caption contest
by John M. HotchnerTrying to stay cool? For the June cartoon caption contest, we promote this preoccupation by using a George Washington stamp with a winter theme. -
US Stamps May 27, 2017, 3 AM
In the path of totality: where and when the Total Solar Eclipse stamp will debut
by Michael BaadkeThe Total Solar Eclipse forever stamp will be issued June 20 in a pane of 16. A first-day ceremony will take place at the University of Wyoming Art Museum. -
World Stamps May 26, 2017, 3 PM
Terry Fox and his Marathon of Hope run by once more on Canada 150 stamp
by Fred BaumannA Canadian stamp honoring Terry Fox's 1980 Marathon of Hope was unveiled May 25 by his sister Judith. -
World Stamps May 26, 2017, 1 PM
King Harald stamp tops Norwegian poll for the most beautiful stamp of 2016
by Denise McCartyNorway’s most beautiful stamps of 2016 were just announced, and a stamp honoring King Harald topped the list. -
World Stamps May 26, 2017, 11 AM
Machin 50th anniversary, the Brunswick Circus Girl, and the end of U.S. postage due stamps: Inside Linn’s Stamp News
by Charles SneeLarry Rosenblum concludes his engaging celebration of the 50th anniversary of Machin stamps, and Tony Wawrukiewicz looks at U.S. postage due stamps. -
World Stamps May 26, 2017, 9 AM
Stamp featuring Capt. Cook at Poverty Bay a bright spot in New Zealand market
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe recent Disney hit Moana has sparked interest in all things Polynesian, but the market for New Zealand stamps remains generally quiet. -
US Stamps May 26, 2017, 8 AM
U.S. Postal Service retracts incorrect report: $2 Jenny Invert pane to remain on sale
by Michael BaadkeThe $2 Jenny Invert stamp will remain on sale at U.S. post offices despite an erroneous report that the six-stamp pane will be withdrawn June 30. -
Postal Updates May 26, 2017, 6 AM
Trump 2018 budget takes aim at USPS, Are gimmicky stamps good?: Week’s Most Read
by Colin SalleeAlso this week, Linn's managing editor Chad Snee highlights some treasured covers in his Dollar-Sign Stamps column. -
US Stamps May 25, 2017, 3 PM
Rocky Run and New Atlantis produced local post cinderella stamps
by John M. HotchnerAmong the rather large field of cinderellas, there are examples that are frequently seen, and others that are more unusual. Let’s look at one of each type.