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World Stamps May 16, 2016, 11 PM
Born May 17: Edward Jenner
by By Michael BaadkeExperiments by British physician Edward Jenner (1749-1823) led to an effective vaccine for the deadly smallpox virus. For his historic medical breakthrough, Jenner has been honored on several stamps. -
World Stamps May 16, 2016, 11 AM
So what’s happened since the last New York international stamp exhibition?
by By Martin J. FrankeviczPlenty has happened in the stamp hobby since the last international show in New York. Scott senior editor Martin J. Frankevicz highlights those events. -
World Stamps May 16, 2016, 9 AM
Some tips for enjoying your stay in New York City during World Stamp Show-NY 2016
by By Wayne ChenTake advantage of the unique dining experiences and attractions within walking distance of the Javits Convention Center. -
Postal Updates May 16, 2016, 5 AM
Ropex stamp show postmarks recall 1934 National Parks commemoratives: Postmark Pursuit
by By Michael BaadkeThe National Park Service is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2016, and the Ropex show will celebrate with several postmarks. -
US Stamps May 15, 2016, 11 PM
Born May 16: William H. Seward
by By Michael BaadkeThe distinguished career of William H. Seward included service in the U.S. Senate and as U.S. secretary of state, where he negotiated the purchase of Alaska in 1867. -
US Stamps May 14, 2016, 11 PM
Born May 15: James Gadsden
by By Michael BaadkeThe 1853 Gadsden Purchase, which obtained land from Mexico, is named for Ambassador James Gadsden, who successfully negotiated the agreement. -
World Stamps May 13, 2016, 11 PM
Born May 14: Cate Blanchett
by By Michael BaadkeAustralian actress Cate Blanchett, who was honored on stamps in 2009, has won two Oscars for her performances in The Aviator and Blue Jasmine. -
Auctions May 13, 2016, 12 PM
Jenny Invert stamp, Markovits special delivery at June 1 Rumsey auction
by By Michael BaadkeMarkovits, who died in December, was an expert on U.S. back-of-the-book material and began his collection of special delivery issues in 1954. -
US Stamps May 13, 2016, 10 AM
Siegel to offer Walske’s trans-Atlantic mail collection, finest graded Jenny Invert in its WSS-NY 2016 sales
by By Matthew Healey, New York CorrespondentThe sale is part of an extraordinary six-day run of auctions by five firms in conjunction with World Stamp Show-NY 2016. -
US Stamps May 13, 2016, 9 AM
U.S. classic stamp designs reappear on Classics Forever set
by By Michael BaadkeAs part of its seven-day series of new stamp issues for World Stamp Show-NY 2016, the United States Postal Service is reaching back to the 19th century to recreate six stamps in a set it is calling Classics Forever. -
World Stamps May 13, 2016, 9 AM
Linn’s Editorial Advisory Board plans panel discussion at World Stamp Show: Editorial Insights
by By Donna HousemanThe Linn's Editorial Advisory Board will conduct its second panel discussion titled "The State of the Stamp Hobby" at World Stamp Show NY 2016. It's open to the public. -
US Stamps May 13, 2016, 9 AM
Flowers and birds feature in designs of U.S. Colorful Celebrations stamps
by By Michael BaadkeA set of 10 Colorful Celebrations stamps will be sold in a double-sided pane of 20 that the Postal Service refers to as a booklet. -
Auctions May 13, 2016, 8 AM
‘Erivan,’ Don David Price CIA Invert collections in H.R. Harmer sales at WSS-NY 2016
by By Matthew Healey, New York CorrespondentH.R. Harmer, of Tustin, Calif., will hold a two-session auction in New York in conjunction with World Stamp Show-NY 2016 on June 3 at 1 p.m. This will conclude six days of auctions at the once-a-decade international show. -
World Stamps May 13, 2016, 8 AM
Memorial and local Kiribati scenes, Guernsey cow on WSS-NY 2016 stamps
by By Denise McCartyThe Pacific island nation of Kiribati is issuing four stamps May 28 combining local scenes with the Statue of Liberty logo of World Stamp Show-NY 2016, the international stamp show taking place May 28-June 4 in New York City. -
Auctions May 13, 2016, 7 AM
Worldwide mint at June 2 Kelleher World Stamp Show-NY 2016 auction
by By Michael BaadkeThe sale offers the Adolph J. Capurro collection of mint worldwide stamps, including collections. The collection is described by Kelleher as “a truly massive, mint, fairly complete collection of the world through the issues of 1955.” -
Postal Updates May 13, 2016, 6 AM
Congress focuses on USPS financial woes, former owner of 1¢ Magenta dies: Week’s Most Read
by CMS AdminReaders were also interested in Canada Post's Star Trek 50th anniversary set and a breakdown of the 1875 1¢ Franklin carrier reprint. -
US Stamps May 13, 2016, 4 AM
Natural scenery, beautiful sights on National Parks set of 16 to be issued June 2
by By Michael BaadkeSixteen national parks from across the United States are featured in a new stamp pane being issued June 2. A first-day ceremony for the set will take place at 11 a.m. during World Stamp Show-NY 2016 at the Javits Center in New York City. -
US Stamps May 12, 2016, 11 PM
Born May 13: Ritchie Valens
by By Michael BaadkeA talented musician who died far too young, Ritchie Valens has been immortalized on film, and honored on postage stamps celebrating him as a singer and songwriter. -
World Stamps May 12, 2016, 12 PM
Stamps show history of development of Christianity in Moldova: Stamps of Eastern Europe
by By Rick MillerTrying to define Moldova can be a bit like trying to nail jelly to the wall. A national entity named Moldova has existed since 1359. -
World Stamps May 12, 2016, 11 AM
International Day of U.N. Peacekeepers U.N.-Austria joint issue
by By Denise McCartyA joint issue of the United Nations Postal Administration and Austria Post set for a May 29 release pays tribute to United Nations peacekeepers.