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World Stamps May 6, 2016, 9 AM
Canada Post offers Star Trek prestige booklet, more in May 5 set
by By Michael BaadkeCanada Post issued its new Star Trek 50th anniversary set May 5, with stamps and first-day covers in almost every imaginable format, booklet included. -
World Stamps May 6, 2016, 9 AM
Fond memories of past internationals and looking forward to WSS-NY 2016: Editor’s Insights
by By Donna HousemanLinn's Stamp News Editorial Director Donna Houseman reflects on international stamp shows as she looks ahead to WSS-NY 2016. -
US Stamps May 6, 2016, 8 AM
1766 repeal of the Stamp Act is celebrated with a stamp of its own
by By Michael BaadkeThe new stamp marks the 250th anniversary of the repeal of the Stamp Act, described by the Postal Service as “British legislation that galvanized and united the American colonies and set them on a path toward revolution.” -
US Stamps May 6, 2016, 8 AM
Second set of stamps celebrating World Stamp Show-NY 2016 in 24-stamp pane
by By Michael BaadkeThe United States Postal Service is again commemorating World Stamp Show-NY 2016 with a set of two forever stamps that will be issued at the show on opening day, May 28. -
World Stamps May 6, 2016, 5 AM
Readers’ favorite U.S. issue of 2015 revealed, ‘Scotty’ gets a stamp: Week’s Most Read
by CMS AdminAlso this week, another Star Trek star got a stamp from Canada Post, and Angry Birds now have their own United Nations issue. -
US Stamps May 5, 2016, 11 PM
Born May 6: Robert E. Peary
by By Michael BaadkeRobert E. Peary traveled with Matthew Henson on an expedition to reach the North Pole, which Peary reported as a success in 1909. -
Auctions May 5, 2016, 8 AM
Gaertner Worldwide Rarities auction at World Stamp Show-NY 2016 May 30
by By Michael BaadkeThe Christoph Gaertner firm is traveling from Germany to New York for WSS-NY 2016 and to present the Gaertner Worldwide Rarities auction. -
World Stamps May 5, 2016, 8 AM
A world of food on Sweden’s stamps; local cuisine in Norden series: New Stamps of the World
by By Denise McCartyA hamburger represents American cuisine on a new stamp from Sweden. The hamburger has the works on it, including cheese, lettuce, tomato, onions, mayonnaise, and ketchup. -
Postal Updates May 5, 2016, 8 AM
Stamp show postmark commemorates California native, author Jack London: Postmark Pursuit
by By Michael BaadkeA new pictorial postmark commemorates the 100th anniversary of the death of U.S. author Jack London. -
US Stamps May 5, 2016, 7 AM
A look back at the W. Curtis Livingston collection: Essays and Proofs
by By James E. LeeThe Shreves Philatelic Galleries booth at the Washington 2006 exhibition served as the catalyst for the most important assemblage of United States 20th-century essays and proofs. -
World Stamps May 5, 2016, 5 AM
Want first-day covers for Canada Post’s Star Trek stamps? Here’s how!
by By Lloyd de VriesThis year marks the 50th anniversary of the beloved television series Star Trek. Both the United States and Canada are issuing stamps to mark the occasion. -
US Stamps May 4, 2016, 11 PM
Born May 5: James Beard
by CMS AdminJames Beard was a popular television chef, a respected cooking instructor and the author of a number of top selling cookbooks. He was born May 5, 1903, in Portland, Ore. -
World Stamps May 4, 2016, 11 AM
Egypt 1938 King Farouk 18th Birthday stamp: Tip of the Week
by By Henry Gitner and Rick MillerKing Farouk of Egypt was born Feb. 11, 1920, in Cairo. Although technically succeeded for 11 months by his infant son, Fuad II, he was effectively the last ruler of the dynasty founded by the first khedive of Egypt, Mohammed Ali. -
US Stamps May 4, 2016, 11 AM
U.S. 1875 1¢ Franklin carrier reprint: Stamp Market Tips
by By Henry Gitner and Rick MillerCollectors of classic U.S. postage stamps should not overlook carrier’s stamps. -
US Stamps May 4, 2016, 11 AM
Irwin R. Weinberg, once owner of 1¢ Magenta, dies at 88
by By Michael BaadkePennsylvania stamp collector and dealer Irwin R. Weinberg was an owner of the 1856 British Guiana 1¢ Magenta stamp for a decade. Mr. Weinberg died May 2 at age 88. -
US Stamps May 4, 2016, 11 AM
April cartoon caption contest winners revealed: U.S. Stamp Notes
by By John M. HotchnerThe April contest featured the 33¢ Baseball stamp (Scott 3402) from the Youth Team Sports issue of 2000. Many of the entries mixed the scene depicted on the stamp with philatelic terms. -
US Stamps May 4, 2016, 10 AM
List of covers showing mail movement methods continues to grow: U.S. Stamp Notes
by By John M. HotchnerA few years ago, I discussed covers that show evidence of unusual mail-carrying methods (Linn’s, Aug. 26, 2013). Since then, I’ve found more covers showing additional methods, and Linn’s readers have reported others. It seems like it is a good time to update the list. -
World Stamps May 4, 2016, 8 AM
Crawford philatelic library to go online May 30
by CMS AdminThe philatelic library of the 26th earl of Crawford will be available online at the Global Philatelic Library. -
World Stamps May 4, 2016, 7 AM
Beautiful Bermuda postal history on display for the RPSL
by CMS AdminDavid Pitts highlights his collection of postal history from Bermuda. Some covers arrived in England as early as 1617. -
US Stamps May 3, 2016, 11 PM
Born May 4: Horace Mann
by By Michael BaadkeEducational reformer Horace Mann changed the concept of public schools in America, and served as the first president of Antioch College in Ohio.