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US Stamps Jun 3, 2016, 6 AM
Jenny Invert recovered from McCoy block returned to APRL at World Stamp Show-NY 2016
by By Denise McCartyThe media came out in force to record the historic handover of a United States 1918 Inverted Jenny airmail error stamp that had been missing for more than 60 years before being recovered in early April. -
World Stamps Jun 2, 2016, 11 AM
‘Views of Constantinople’ were the first Turkey saw on its regular-issue postage stamps
by By Fred BaumannThe 17 stamps in Turkey’s 1914 issue showing buildings, monuments, and views of Constantinople were much overprinted and surcharged. Also, the designs appeared again in a 1920 issue. -
World Stamps Jun 2, 2016, 9 AM
Looking back at World Stamp Show-NY 2016: Week’s Top Posts
by CMS AdminLinn’s Stamp News is keeping it all World Stamp Show-NY 2016 this week, and looking back at five big stories from a busy week in New York City. -
US Stamps Jun 2, 2016, 8 AM
30¢ 1869 pictorial invert eclipses $300,000 at Siegel sale of Hanover collection: Auction Roundup
by By Matthew Healey, New York CorrespondentThe top stamp was an unused example of the 30¢ Shield, Eagle and Flags with flags inverted from the 1869 pictorial series. Only seven examples of this error are known unused. -
US Stamps Jun 2, 2016, 7 AM
United States classics capture interest at Regency Superior sale: Auction Roundup
by By Matthew Healey, New York CorrespondentAmid a nice run of U.S. classics, an unused 10¢ 1855 Washington stamp showing design characteristics identifying it as the hard-to-find Type IV, stood out as especially appealing. -
US Stamps Jun 2, 2016, 7 AM
Strong prices for Columbian, Trans-Mississippi gems at Rumsey Westpex sale: Auction Roundup
by By Matthew Healey, New York CorrespondentSchuyler Rumsey held an auction in conjunction with the Westpex stamp show in San Francisco from April 29 to May 1. -
World Stamps Jun 2, 2016, 5 AM
Tripolitania stamp set of 1934 promoted Italy’s colonial arts: Classic Stamps of the World
by By Kathleen WunderlyIn 1934, Tripolitania, Cyrenaica, and Fezzan became part of Italian Libya, but not before the first two entities had issued stamps on Oct. 16, 1934, for the second colonial arts exhibition. -
US Stamps Jun 1, 2016, 12 PM
Postal Service issues Classics Forever stamps June 1 at World Stamp Show-NY 2016
by By Wayne ChenOn June 1, the fifth day of World Stamp Show-NY 2016, the United States Postal Service issued its Classics Forever stamps during a first-day ceremony. -
World Stamps Jun 1, 2016, 12 PM
Mystery writer Lawrence Block speaks about ‘A Hit Man and His Stamps’ at World Stamp Show-NY 2016
by By Michael BaadkeLawrence Block, a grand master of Mystery Writers of America, spoke to a large and appreciative audience May 31 at World Stamp Show-NY 2016. -
World Stamps Jun 1, 2016, 11 AM
Siegel sales kick off six days of World Stamp Show-NY 2016 auctions
by By Matthew Healey, New York CorrespondentThe run of notable auctions taking place over six days at World Stamp Show–NY 2016 provide an opportunity for some lucky collectors to acquire sought-after gems. -
US Stamps Jun 1, 2016, 10 AM
‘Way’ letters document early methods of delivery: Classic U.S. Postal History
by By Labron HarrisLetters taken to post offices by mail carriers in colonial times are called “Way” letters because they were picked up on the way. -
World Stamps Jun 1, 2016, 7 AM
Eiffel Tower, opened in 1889, stands tall on French stamps
by By Larry RosenblumThe Eiffel Tower, with its unique profile, is one of the most recognized symbols in the world. It’s not surprising that it appears on many French stamps and other postal items. -
World Stamps Jun 1, 2016, 7 AM
Spink’s April Collectors Series sale did not disappoint: Auction Roundup
by By Matthew Healey, New York CorrespondentAn 1898 registered covered that's marked 'Registered/Ascenion' led the way at Spinks' late April auction in London. -
World Stamps Jun 1, 2016, 7 AM
Chinese stamps realize big numbers at Cherrystone sale: Auction Roundup
by By Matthew Healey, New York CorrespondentThere were interesting items from many countries in the April Cherrystone sale, but as is often the case of late, some of the highest realizations went to stamps of China. -
World Stamps Jun 1, 2016, 6 AM
British Empire stamps, postal history shine in Grosvenor sales: Auction Roundup
by By Matthew Healey, New York CorrespondentGrosvenor held sales of British Empire stamps and postal history on March 23-24 and a sale of specialized Great Britain material on April 21 in London. -
World Stamps Jun 1, 2016, 6 AM
Vol. 3 of 2017 Scott Standard catalog now available: From The Scott Editors
by By Donna HousemanA total of 2,490 value changes are found in the Channel island of Jersey, which underwent a massive review. -
US Stamps Jun 1, 2016, 5 AM
Finest graded 1918 Jenny Invert error tops $1.35 million during Siegel sale at World Stamp Show-NY 2016
by By Matthew Healey, New York CorrespondentBang! “One million, one hundred seventy five thousand dollars,” announced Scott R. Trepel, barely concealing his delight as he brought down the gavel on America’s next top stamp. -
US Stamps Jun 1, 2016, 5 AM
Specialty perforation gauge for U.S. stamps: U.S. Stamp Notes
by By John M. HotchnerYou can’t assume that you will get the information you want when you ask for an expertizing certificate. You need to ask for specifics. A recent reader inquiry highlights this problem. -
World Stamps May 30, 2016, 6 AM
Activities at the Linn’s Stamp News/Scott booth No. 951 at WSS-NY 2016
by CMS AdminThe Linn's Stamp News/Scott booth at World Stamp Show-NY 2016 is a hive of activity. Be sure to stop by and say hello. -
World Stamps May 30, 2016, 6 AM
Traveling around the world with postal administrations at WSS-NY 2016
by CMS AdminPostal administrations from around the world have booths offering new stamps and other items to collectors visiting the show.