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World Stamps May 1, 2023, 9 AM
Cozy bedtime story scene on Canada’s semipostal
by Molly GoadLiteracy and imagination are the themes of this year’s stamp. The design shows a snug group of animals and insects reading a book together under the moon. -
US Stamps May 1, 2023, 8 AM
Hooded merganser painting on 2023 junior duck stamp
by Charles SneeA panel of five judges picked 15-year-old Mila Linyue Tong’s painting for the top honor from among 53 entries in this year’s National Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest. -
US Stamps Apr 30, 2023, 9 AM
Art of the Skateboard stamps assigned Scott catalog 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 Apr 29, 2023, 9 AM
American Air Mail Society makes donation to Boston 2026 World Stamp Expo
by Linn’s StaffBoston 2026 World Expo will take place May 23-30, 2026, at the Boston Convention and Exposition Center. -
US Stamps Apr 28, 2023, 1 PM
Columbian stamps with the values punched out
by John M. HotchnerOne reader surmised the values might have been punched out to be used with other cut-up stamps to make philatelic creations. -
US Stamps Apr 28, 2023, 9 AM
Rocky Mountain Stamp Show in Colorado May 26-28
by Linn’s StaffThe show will feature at least 35 dealers and up to 400 frames of exhibits. -
World Stamps Apr 27, 2023, 7 PM
British stamps celebrate May 6 coronation of King Charles III and his public service
by Denise McCartyThe detailed stamp designs are based on newly commissioned wood engravings by British artist and stamp designer Andrew Davidson. -
US Stamps Apr 27, 2023, 1 PM
Missing light green of the 1969 United States Christmas stamp can fool collectors
by John M. HotchnerThere are many minor to major color misregistrations, misperfs, missing digits in the plate numbers, and some color intensity varieties to find on this Christmas stamp. -
World Stamps Apr 27, 2023, 8 AM
What’s new for 2024 Scott Standard Volume 2?
by Jay BigalkeChina, the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the People’s Republic of China were reviewed closely. -
Auctions Apr 26, 2023, 12 PM
CIA Invert, Monaco overprint rarity in May 9-10 Cherrystone auction
by Charles SneeThe CIA Invert in the Cherrystone sale is accompanied by a 2014 graded extra fine-90 certificate from the Philatelic Foundation in New York City. -
World Stamps Apr 26, 2023, 10 AM
News report about state gifts to the Royal Philatelic Collection
by Jay BigalkeThe article looks in detail at the private stamp collection that has been passed down for a couple of generations of the British royal family. -
US Stamps Apr 26, 2023, 8 AM
Interesting history behind Van Duzer revenue stamp
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerPrivate die proprietary revenue stamps remain one of the most popular and active areas of revenue stamp collecting. -
US Stamps Apr 25, 2023, 11 AM
Chief Standing Bear stamp to debut in Nebraska May 12
by Jay BigalkeThe nondenominated (63¢) Chief Standing Bear stamp will be issued in panes of 20. -
US Stamps Apr 25, 2023, 8 AM
‘Life’ magazine’s invitation to the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II
by John M. HotchnerThe cover is franked with a 1½-penny green Queen Elizabeth II stamp (Scott 294) and canceled Jan. 9, 1953. -
US Stamps Apr 24, 2023, 1 PM
Endangered Species May 19 ceremony details
by Linn’s StaffAmong the animals shown on the stamps are the black-footed ferret, Key Largo cotton mouse, Wyoming toad and Guam Micronesian kingfisher. -
Postal Updates Apr 24, 2023, 10 AM
Writer Robert E. Howard, ‘Weird Tales’ on postmark
by Molly GoadThe Cross Plains, Texas, cancellation coincides with Howard Days 2023 (April 28-29), an annual event honoring Howard’s life and legacy. -
US Stamps Apr 24, 2023, 8 AM
Time to fly like an eagle for May cartoon caption contest
by John M. HotchnerEntries with a touch of humor or irony stand the best chance of winning the contest. -
US Stamps Apr 21, 2023, 11 AM
Exhibiting prospectus available for Sept. 22-23 Milcopex show
by Linn’s StaffThe show theme is postcards, and the show is welcoming postcard exhibits, too. -
US Stamps Apr 21, 2023, 9 AM
Netflix ending DVD mail service after 25 years
by Charles SneeSept. 29 is the last day Netflix will ship DVDs to subscribers. -
US Stamps Apr 20, 2023, 12 PM
Kenneth B. Grant, 1948-2023
by Linn’s StaffAs an avid and respected philatelist, Mr. Grant served in a variety of roles and brought good cheer to all who knew him.