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Postal Updates Jul 7, 2023, 9 AM
The old runny postcard that changed a woman’s life forever
by Allen AbelHow many lives have been altered by a card, a letter, or a lovingly packed carton containing a family’s treasure? -
Postal Updates Jul 6, 2023, 1 PM
Creative postmark design embraces ‘rails to trails’ theme
by Molly GoadWhite Cloud, Mich., celebrated 150 years with activities July 7-9. -
US Stamps Jul 6, 2023, 10 AM
Inside Linn’s: OSIRIS-REx mission is returning asteroid samples to Earth
by Charles SneeAlso this week, the smaller FDCs produced by cachetmaker Adam Bert, and a glowing review of a sample from a mixture of more than 600 worldwide off-paper stamps. -
US Stamps Jul 6, 2023, 8 AM
Are U.S. special delivery stamps valid for postage?
by John M. HotchnerThe last four U.S. special delivery stamps were issued from 1954 to 1971. -
US Stamps Jul 5, 2023, 12 PM
Are there too many World Series of Philately stamp shows nationwide?
by Jay BigalkeThere are a few more than 20 World Series of Philately shows nationwide, a number that used to be in the 30s. -
Auctions Jul 5, 2023, 10 AM
Statesman U.S. essays, proofs, trial colors and specimens, Fleischner U.S. in July 18-19 Kelleher auctions
by Charles SneeOne of the more visually stunning items from the Statesman collection is a set of the so-called Atlanta trial color proofs of the 1869 issue, including all but the scarce green-and-black version of the 90¢ Abraham Lincoln. -
US Stamps Jul 5, 2023, 8 AM
You can’t go wrong with U.S. 1893 W.T. Sherman stamp
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe 8¢ lilac Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman stamp was issued March 21, 1893, to pay the new 8¢ registry fee that went into effect on Jan. 1, 1893. -
US Stamps Jul 4, 2023, 1 PM
Seapex World Series of Philately status suspended
by Linn’s StaffThe show was originally scheduled for Sept. 8-10. -
US Stamps Jul 4, 2023, 9 AM
Iconic civil rights activist John Lewis to be honored on stamp July 21 in Atlanta
by Charles SneeThe stamp features a photograph by Marco Grob of Lewis wearing a suit against a dark gray background and staring resolutely at the viewer with a firm, piercing gaze. -
US Stamps Jul 3, 2023, 2 PM
‘Hubba Hubba’ covers are a Korean War artifact
by John M. HotchnerHubba Hubba handstamps are not common. The great majority of Korean War covers from the troops don’t have these handstamps. -
World Stamps Jul 3, 2023, 11 AM
Bahamas celebrates its 50th anniversary of independence with new stamps
by Molly GoadAfter 300 years of British rule, the United Kingdom granted the Bahamas independence via a June 20, 1973, order. -
World Stamps Jul 3, 2023, 7 AM
Great Britain June 22 issue celebrates contribution of Caribbean migrants
by Pete GibsonGreat Britain’s Royal Mail issued eight stamps to mark the 75th anniversary of the arrival of the MV Empire Windrush, which carried several hundred West Indian migrants to the United Kingdom. -
World Stamps Jul 2, 2023, 1 PM
Faroe Islands, Martin Mörck and epic engraved stamp issues for stamp show
by Jay BigalkeNorwegian-Swedish artist and master engraver Martin Mörck’s talents will be celebrated with two events at the Aug. 10-13 Great American Stamp Show. -
US Stamps Jul 1, 2023, 9 AM
U.S. Chief Standing Bear, Endangered Species stamps receive Scott catalog numbers
by Charles SneeWhat do these Scott numbers signify? In short, each stamp’s listing in an upcoming edition of the 2024 Scott catalogs. -
World Stamps Jun 29, 2023, 11 AM
What’s new for 2024 Scott Standard Volume 4?
by Jay BigalkeApproximately 2,900 value changes, mostly increases and very few decreases, were made for Macao. -
Auctions Jun 29, 2023, 8 AM
Rare U.S. 1893 4¢ blue Columbian error of color in July 18-20 Dutch Country auction
by Charles SneeAccording to Dutch Country, the 4¢ blue Columbian up for bids “was hiding in plain sight” in a collection. -
US Stamps Jun 28, 2023, 11 AM
Become the mama polar bear for July cartoon caption contest
by John M. HotchnerEntries with a touch of humor or irony stand the best chance of winning the contest. -
World Stamps Jun 28, 2023, 7 AM
Full set of Mongolia 1932 pictorial stamps worth looking for
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerShort sets of the lower denomination stamps (Scott 62-70) are inexpensive and plentiful. The full set is rarely offered. -
Postal Updates Jun 27, 2023, 1 PM
Introducing new columnist covering U.S. postal services
by Jay BigalkeExperienced journalist Allen Abel will be covering the postal news beat and brings with him a wealth of knowledge with regard to reporting. -
World Stamps Jun 27, 2023, 10 AM
Unitrade in Canada to be sold, owner to retire in 2024
by Linn’s StaffAmong the philatelic brands Unitrade carries is the Scott line of stamp catalogs published by Amos Media, the parent company of Linn’s.