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World Stamps Jun 12, 2023, 2 PM
Amos Media seeks deputy editor for Scott catalogs
by Jay BigalkeThere is no set closing date for the position, and it will remain open until filled. -
Auctions Jun 12, 2023, 1 PM
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US Stamps Jun 12, 2023, 11 AM
Secret Project Mercury stamp of 1962 surprised and delighted the public
by John M. HotchnerModern essays and proofs are scarce in philatelic hands. Most reside in the files of the United States Postal Service and the National Postal Museum. -
Auctions Jun 12, 2023, 7 AM
Japan 1871 Dragons invert rarity sells for almost $5.8 million in June 3 Feldman auction
by Charles SneeThis famous error previously resided in the Meiji Property of Japan. -
Postal Updates Jun 10, 2023, 9 AM
The June 1 postmark is the last from Fort Bragg, N.C.
by Molly GoadThe United States. Postal Service has issued two pictorial cancellations marking the renaming of the Fort Bragg, N.C., military base to Fort Liberty. -
US Stamps Jun 9, 2023, 9 AM
A case of ruffled feathers for May cartoon caption contest winner
by John M. HotchnerThere were several themes that tickled the funny bones of Linn’s readers. -
World Stamps Jun 8, 2023, 12 PM
Great Britain’s Royal Mail recognizes tabletop game Warhammer on stamps
by David HartwigRoyal Mail’s June 8 issue includes a set of six stamps presented in three vertical se-tenant (side-by-side) pairs, and a souvenir sheet of four se-tenant stamps. -
World Stamps Jun 8, 2023, 9 AM
Inside Linn’s: Austria offices in the Ottoman Empire
by Charles SneeAlso this week, challenges remain for collectors of United States unofficial-city FDCs, and a review of 100 stamps from 55 countries. -
Auctions Jun 8, 2023, 8 AM
Asia, PRC and more in June 25-27 John Bull auction series in Hong Kong
by Charles SneeAmong the PRC items are numerous sets and collections, many of which offer affordable opportunities for a collector interested in one of the world’s most fascinating countries. -
US Stamps Jun 7, 2023, 2 PM
A pleasant stop in Nebraska included a Valentine visit
by Jay BigalkeSometimes, a random road trip takes you off the beaten path. -
US Stamps Jun 7, 2023, 9 AM
2023 Tundra Swans federal duck stamp to be issued June 23 in Memphis
by Charles SneeThe U.S. migratory bird hunting and conservation stamp, commonly known as the federal duck stamp, is issued annually by the Fish and Wildlife Service -
US Stamps Jun 7, 2023, 8 AM
Hunt for in-period use of 1978 U.S. Coast Guard Eagle postal card
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerBecause they saw little use, some postal cards and airmail postal cards are much more valuable in used condition than in mint condition. -
US Stamps Jun 6, 2023, 11 AM
A closer look at the new Endangered Species collector’s kit
by Jay BigalkeIncluded in the kit is a book, Endangered Species, that has information on all 20 species pictured on the new stamps. -
US Stamps Jun 6, 2023, 11 AM
Roy Lichtenstein, other recent U.S. stamps receive Scott numbers
by Charles SneeHaving these numbers handy will allow you to easily locate these stamps in the Scott catalogs and learn about their production and values. -
World Stamps Jun 6, 2023, 8 AM
Clash of Empires: the 1879 Anglo-Zulu War to open at Royal Philatelic Society London July 1
by Scott Stamp Monthly staffThe exhibition, open July 1-31, will feature more than 500 historical artifacts with the goal of bringing this Victorian-era conflict to life. -
World Stamps Jun 5, 2023, 12 PM
Gustaf Douglas, 1938-2023
by Linn’s StaffMr. Douglas’ numerous philatelic achievements include being invited to sign the Roll of Distinguished Philatelists in 2018. -
US Stamps Jun 5, 2023, 7 AM
Unauthorized overprints on stamps
by John M. HotchnerThe U.S. Postal Service and its predecessor, the U.S. Post Office Department, have long considered any stamp with unauthorized markings to be canceled. -
US Stamps Jun 3, 2023, 9 AM
Okpex show June 23-24 near Oklahoma City
by Linn’s StaffThe show theme honors the 175th anniversary of the arrival of the Five Civilized Tribes to Oklahoma. -
Auctions Jun 2, 2023, 9 AM
Berman collection of outstanding U.S. stamps in June 22 Siegel auction
by Charles SneeNelson Berman began collecting in the late 1970s and came within nine issues of having a complete collection of classic-era United States stamps. -
US Stamps Jun 1, 2023, 1 PM
The problem of multiple certificates that don’t agree
by John M. HotchnerThree different certificates with three different opinions. How should a collector handle such a situation?