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World Stamps May 8, 2017, 4 PM
Space Shuttle Canadarm, constitution patriation grab Canada 150 spotlight
by Fred BaumannTwo Canada 150 stamps unveiled in early May honor the Constitution of 1982 and the Shuttle Remote Manipulator System known as Canadarm. -
World Stamps May 8, 2017, 3 PM
Philatelic Foundation to move into Collectors Club town house in December
by Donna HousemanThe Philatelic Foundation is returning home to the Collectors Club’s recently renovated town house at 22 E. 35th St. in New York City. -
World Stamps May 8, 2017, 5 AM
1927 six-pointed star overprints hint at Bolivia’s political past
by Thomas P. MyersBolivia and Paraguay began building forts along the Pilcomayo River, baiting one another to start a conflict. These stamps tell that political story. -
World Stamps May 7, 2017, 10 AM
Stamps from three countries display the beauty of the northern and southern lights
by Denise McCartyIf you have never seen the northern or the southern lights, these beautiful stamps provide the next best way to do so. -
Postal Updates May 7, 2017, 4 AM
Alaska Purchase sesquicentennial commemorated on Anchorage postmark
by Michael BaadkeA commemorative postmark for the Alaska Purchase was put into use in Anchorage, Alaska, this year on March 30. -
US Stamps May 6, 2017, 3 PM
Here’s a hot tip: the 79¢ Scenic American Landscapes stamp featuring Zion National Park
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerOur stamp market tipsters revisit one of what some believe is the most beautiful set of stamps ever produced by the U.S. Postal Service. -
US Stamps May 6, 2017, 4 AM
How the 1952 Commercial Railroading stamp annoyed a trucking company
by John M. HotchnerThe announcement of a 1952 3¢ stamp featuring rail transportation drew some excitement, as well as some legal action. -
Auctions May 5, 2017, 3 PM
A storied philatelic era comes to an end: Regency-Superior closes its doors
by David Kols“It is with great sadness that I must retire from this industry that has brought me such joy over the years,” Kols said. -
World Stamps May 5, 2017, 1 PM
This India ‘UNEF’ military stamp is worth the hunt
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerSupplies of this mint Indian military stamp are sufficient to current demand, but used examples are difficult to find. -
US Stamps May 5, 2017, 5 AM
Linn’s 2016 U.S. Stamp Popularity Poll results, scarce Islamic revolution cover echoes political changes: Week’s Most Read
by Colin SalleeAmong the top stories for this week, we report on a rare 1923 Benjamin Franklin stamp set to sell at auction later this month. -
US Stamps May 5, 2017, 5 AM
The affordable ways to collect essays and trial color proofs
by James E. LeeLooking for some inexpensive U.S. essays and trial color proofs? James E. Lee has some helpful suggestions. -
World Stamps May 4, 2017, 3 PM
Canada Post issues 2017 sequels to 2016 Star Trek stamp series
by Fred BaumannPiggy-backing on the success of last year's series, Canada Post returns in 2017 with more Star Trek stamps and associated products. -
World Stamps May 4, 2017, 1 PM
Ten songbirds of Great Britain illustrated on stamps issued May 4
by Denise McCartyThe stamps are se-tenant (side-by-side) in two strips of five. All 10 stamps are nondenominated, paying the domestic first-class rate (currently 65 pence). -
US Stamps May 4, 2017, 9 AM
The ‘terrible nightmare’ behind the April cartoon caption contest winner
by John M. HotchnerThe 1950 3¢ stamp showing the Supreme Court Building seemed like a good choice for the April cartoon caption contest. -
World Stamps May 3, 2017, 3 PM
Scarce 1994 Eritrea stamp set a valuable addition to a Flag topical collection
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe 1994 set from the small nation of Eritrea is difficult to find, and it would be a good buy at full Scott catalog value if you see it offered. -
World Stamps May 3, 2017, 9 AM
Be on the lookout for the unusual in your cover collections
by Janet KlugMany philatelists collect stamps exclusively. Others are only interested in covers. And there are those of us who collect both. -
US Stamps May 2, 2017, 3 PM
Keep an eye out for J.B. Rose black Centaur proprietary revenue stamp
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerJ.B. Rose & Co. produced 2¢ and 4¢ black Centaur stamps that showed payment of the tax on the company’s patent medicine, Centaur Liniment. -
World Stamps May 2, 2017, 11 AM
In letter to FIP, APS requests changes
by Michael BaadkeConcerns expressed in the letter approved by the APS board May 2 address FIP operations and the structure and rules that govern the federation. -
Auctions May 2, 2017, 10 AM
The subtle feature that drove Thuringia sheet past $22,000 at Schlegel auction
by Matthew Healey, New York CorrespondentOne of the top items in Schlegel's April 3-4 sale in Berlin was a postwar souvenir sheet from the eastern state of Thuringia with a rare watermark variety. -
Auctions May 2, 2017, 4 AM
The rare 1923 Benjamin Franklin stamp headlining May 20-21 Rasdale auction
by Michael BaadkeThe rare 1¢ green Franklin stamp is postally used. The Rasdale auction also includes other U.S. and worldwide stamps, postal history, and collections.