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World Stamps May 25, 2017, 9 AM
Jersey issues wooden souvenir sheet honoring Charles Darwin
by Denise McCartyJersey Post is honoring organizations associated with naturalists Gerald Durrell and Charles Darwin on seven stamps to be issued June 14. -
World Stamps May 25, 2017, 5 AM
Spain marks 40th anniversary of ‘Star Wars’ with Darth Vader stamp
by Denise McCartyA new souvenir sheet from Spain honors the 40th anniversary of the first Star Wars film. -
World Stamps May 24, 2017, 1 PM
Eid stamp from Canada includes elements from Islamic architecture
by Denise McCartyOn May 23, Canada Post unveiled an Eid stamp at two events held with members of Muslim communities in Montreal, Quebec, and Richmond Hill, Ontario. -
World Stamps May 24, 2017, 11 AM
U.N. World Environment Day stamps highlight the beauty of Canada
by Denise McCartyThe United Nations is celebrating World Environment Day, June 5, by issuing six stamps six showcasing the natural beauty of Canada. -
Postal Updates May 24, 2017, 9 AM
President Trump’s 2018 budget resurrects unpopular USPS cost-cutting initiatives
by Bill McAllister, Washington CorrespondentPresident Donald J. Trump has entered the debate over the future of the United States Postal Service, endorsing some unpopular cost-cutting ideas. -
Auctions May 23, 2017, 3 PM
British North America classics, postal history in June 17 Eastern Auctions sale
by Michael BaadkeEastern Auctions is offering a sale of worldwide and British North America stamps and postal history during their June 17 sale. -
World Stamps May 23, 2017, 5 AM
Five international legends of Canadian Grand Prix take victory lap on new stamps
by Fred BaumannThe Canadian Grand Prix stamps were issued May 16. They mark the 50th anniversary of professional, open-wheel automotive racing in Canada. -
US Stamps May 22, 2017, 5 AM
Choose your sport on new Have a Ball! round forever stamps to be issued at U.S. Open
by Michael BaadkeThe theme of sports on stamps is popular throughout the world, and has appeared with regularity on U.S. stamps for many years. -
World Stamps May 21, 2017, 1 PM
Canada 150 stamp honors the highway that connects the country
by Denise McCartyThis is Canada’s second commemorative for the highway; the first was issued Aug. 31, 1962, to mark its official opening. -
World Stamps May 21, 2017, 4 AM
Are gimmicks on stamps a good thing if they capture positive attention?
by Donna HousemanStamp collectors sometimes frown at gimmicky formats for stamps, but two stamp issues scheduled for release this year made Linn's editor Donna Houseman smile. -
World Stamps May 20, 2017, 1 PM
‘By Morck’: the sumptuous new book all about stamp designer Martin Morck
by Michael BaadkeBy Morck is a biography of the Swedish-born artist Martin Morck, who has completed engraved illustrations for more than 830 stamps. -
US Stamps May 20, 2017, 4 AM
As WWI anniversary nears, expect this 3¢ violet Victory and Flags of the Allies stamp to surge
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerNow is a good time to look for a very fine or better example of the 3¢ violet Victory and Flags of the Allies stamp issued March 3, 1919. -
US Stamps May 19, 2017, 3 PM
Was humorist Will Rogers a member of the House of Representatives?
by John M. HotchnerHumorist Will Rogers wasn't a member of Congress, although it might seem so, based on this 1941 congressionally franked cover. -
US Stamps May 19, 2017, 3 PM
Covers from cherished philatelic friends stir warm, pleasant memories
by Charles SneeThe covers Charles Snee cherishes the most are those received from his many philatelic colleagues and friends. -
World Stamps May 19, 2017, 11 AM
A penny for your thoughts will no longer pay the postage on your letter
by Janet KlugHere we are in the 21st century, and many who send letters through the mail still grumble about the cost. -
World Stamps May 19, 2017, 9 AM
Boston 2026 World Expo: new name, new logo
by Boston 2026 World ExpoPreviously called Boston 2026 World Stamp Show, the new name is Boston 2026 World Expo. The new logo features an early design of the United States flag. -
Postal Updates May 19, 2017, 9 AM
USPS PMG makes appeal to Trump, hunt for taxpaid revenue stamps: Week’s Most Read
by Colin SalleeAlso this week, we continued our celebration of the 50th anniversary of Great Britain's famous Machin definitive series. -
World Stamps May 18, 2017, 9 AM
Well-designed website provides information about Britain’s stamps from 1840 to 2017
by William F. SharpeCollectors of British stamps can find a wealth of information at the website CollectGBstamps. The site is well-organized and has many philatelic links. -
Postal Updates May 17, 2017, 3 PM
May 20 postmark from Chester, Mass., commemorates railway mail service
by Michael BaadkeBefore mail trucks, there were mail trains. This postmark commemorates the Chester Railway Mail service in Massachusetts. -
US Stamps May 15, 2017, 3 PM
The 1883 Garfield mourning cover representing the ‘perfect philatelic storm’
by John M. HotchnerThis free franked cover by the widow of our 20th President, James A. Garfield, sheds light on all the interesting elements of mourning covers.