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US Stamps Jul 31, 2023, 7 AM
New plate number surfaces on U.S. 10¢ Red Pears coil stamp
by Charles SneeThe new plate number was discovered more than seven years after the stamp was issued. -
US Stamps Jul 28, 2023, 1 PM
Seapex show Sept. 8-9 south of Seattle
by Linn’s StaffSeapex is a bourse (sales area) only event this year. There will be no exhibits and no auction. -
World Stamps Jul 28, 2023, 8 AM
The United Nations recognizes Chinese cultural heritage with Aug. 10 issue
by Pete GibsonThe Body, Mind and Soul stamps and souvenir sheets represent three culturally significant practices from China: taijiquan, calligraphy, and the guqin instrument and its music. -
US Stamps Jul 27, 2023, 1 PM
Sarasota 2024 stamp show to host sixth articles-only literature exhibit
by Linn’s StaffThe literature exhibit is open only to articles of fewer than 8,000 words. -
US Stamps Jul 27, 2023, 11 AM
Inside Linn’s: The story behind a snake dancer fancy cancel
by Charles SneeAlso this week, a close examination of a 1949-63 U.S. postage rate applicable to odd-size third-class mail, and Linn’s anonymous reviewer finds countries galore in a $10 mixture of worldwide stamps. -
World Stamps Jul 27, 2023, 10 AM
Phosphor-band error found on new British stamps
by Denise McCartyRoyal Mail said that only the first-class stamps purchased before July 26 were affected, while those purchased after July 27 were not. -
World Stamps Jul 27, 2023, 9 AM
Vatican City issues replacement stamp for World Youth Day
by Denise McCartyAs reported in the June 12 issue of Linn’s, the original stamp was recalled because of complaints about the statue in Lisbon that inspired the design. -
World Stamps Jul 26, 2023, 10 AM
Dramatic designs highlight Germany 1933 Wagner semipostals
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe striking designs of the colorful stamps show scenes from nine of Wagner’s operatic works. -
World Stamps Jul 26, 2023, 8 AM
Images added for Canada in Scott digital catalog
by Jay BigalkeThe new images can help collectors quickly locate a stamp just by looking for the design. -
World Stamps Jul 25, 2023, 12 PM
Digital Isle of Man stamps head to the moon and back
by Molly GoadThe initiative involves storing digital postage stamps on the moon. After spending some time on the moon, the stamps will be transmitted back to Earth. -
US Stamps Jul 24, 2023, 10 AM
USPS enlarges microscopic world on 20 stamps Aug. 10 at Great American Stamp Show
by Charles SneeWorking with a philatelic canvas of just 1.2 square inches per stamp, seasoned USPS art director Derry Noyes selected a visually arresting array of 20 photos by eight photographers. -
US Stamps Jul 24, 2023, 8 AM
Where is Tern Island?
by John M. HotchnerUndoubtedly mail from the island is sought after by topical collectors interested in birds, but such mail is difficult to come by. -
Postal Updates Jul 21, 2023, 9 AM
USPS rolls out Ground Advantage package service
by Allen AbelGround Advantage will include free pick-up and $100 insurance for each parcel. -
Postal Updates Jul 20, 2023, 6 PM
Bobb-Semple appointed acting director of USPS stamp services June 16
by Allen AbelBobb-Semple’s appointment was made June 16 but was not publicly revealed by the USPS until July 3. -
US Stamps Jul 20, 2023, 12 PM
Nojex show to return in 2024
by Linn’s StaffThe show will take place Sept. 27-29, 2024, in the 10,000-square-foot grand ballroom of the Hilton Hasbrouck Heights Hotel in Hasbrouck Heights, N.J. -
US Stamps Jul 20, 2023, 9 AM
Inside Linn’s: A 1970 document franked with 46 U.S. 1966 $5 Moore stamps
by Charles SneeAlso this week, using AI to create stamp album pages, and the author of Linn’s word search puzzle celebrates 35 years of hiding words to entertain readers. -
US Stamps Jul 20, 2023, 7 AM
Great American Stamp Show Aug. 10-13 in Cleveland
by Molly GoadHighlights include a bourse (sales area) of more than 75 dealers from the United States and overseas offering stamps, postal history and supplies; a cachetmakers’ bourse; and more than 800 frames of competitive exhibits. -
US Stamps Jul 19, 2023, 1 PM
Anthony S. ‘Tony’ Wawrukiewicz, 1943-2023
by Charles SneeKnown affectionately to collectors near and far as Tony W., Mr. Wawrukiewicz maintained a regular presence in the pages of Linn’s Stamp News with his monthly Modern U.S. Mail column. -
US Stamps Jul 19, 2023, 11 AM
CSA 1863 Jackson mimics its U.S. 1863 counterpart
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerAlthough he was a Southerner, Jackson was an odd choice as a stamp subject for the CSA because he was a proponent of a strong national government vis-à-vis states’ rights. -
World Stamps Jul 19, 2023, 8 AM
Taking the tunnel walk tour of London’s Mail Rail
by Jay BigalkeThe railway opened in December 1927 and operated until 2003, when economics resulted in its closure.