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US Stamps Aug 22, 2024, 8 AM
Inside Linn’s: High-denomination Prexie cover sent to Nassau Street
by Charles SneeAlso this week, an unusual label on a cover from a 1908 ship wreck, and a review of a worldwide mixture of stamps with high catalog values. -
US Stamps Aug 21, 2024, 4 PM
First-day ceremony details for Christmas Madonna and Child stamp
by Linn’s StaffAdditional details about the Christmas Madonna and Child stamp were published in the Sept. 2 issue of Linn’s Stamp News. -
US Stamps Aug 21, 2024, 1 PM
Two recent stamp first-day ceremonies in Atlanta, Indianapolis
by Jay BigalkeLinn's editor-in-chief Jay Bigalke presents some highlights from the first-day ceremonies for the Hank Aaron and Dungeons & Dragons stamps. -
US Stamps Aug 21, 2024, 11 AM
New color-omitted error on U.S. 1985 18¢ Washington coil stamp found in 2024 Siegel auction
by Charles SneeThe error, the first of its kind for the nearly four-decade-old stamp, occurs on the far right stamp in a strip of seven. -
World Stamps Aug 21, 2024, 8 AM
Look for scarce Lithuania 1922 White Knight stamp
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThis is by far the scarcest stamp from the 1922 overprinted and surcharged issue. -
US Stamps Aug 20, 2024, 4 PM
APS, APRL joint board meeting Aug. 14 prior to Great American Stamp Show
by Charles SneeAPS executive director Scott English’s detailed presentation focused on the strategic plan for the APS and APRL that launches in October and continues through December 2027. -
World Stamps Aug 20, 2024, 12 PM
Royal Mail updates Union Flag stamp with silhouette of King Charles III
by David HartwigThe first-class (currently £1.35) stamp features a design of the Union Flag which first appeared on a British stamp in 2001 as part of a Flags set. -
US Stamps Aug 20, 2024, 8 AM
U.S. Christmas stamp to arrive Sept. 14 nationwide
by Jay BigalkeThe nondenominated (73¢) Christmas Madonna and Child stamp features an oil-on-canvas painting by the workshop of Sassoferrato (1609–85), an Italian artist. -
US Stamps Aug 19, 2024, 12 PM
World War I military service labels
by John M. HotchnerA phenomenon on covers of the World War I era is the blue star banner on mail from families with members in the military. -
World Stamps Aug 19, 2024, 10 AM
Royal Mail commemorates the Tower of London with new stamps
by David HartwigA set of six stamps issued Aug. 13 by Great Britain’s Royal Mail explores the history and traditions of the Tower of London, and four stamps in a souvenir sheet depict some of the most famous prisoners ever held in the tower. -
World Stamps Aug 19, 2024, 8 AM
Mascot of 2024 Olympic Games in Paris modeled after the famous Phrygian cap
by Allen AbelMany Frenchmen and foreigners were puzzled at first by the mascots that were quite different from the tigers and pandas seen at previous Olympic Games. -
US Stamps Aug 15, 2024, 11 AM
Article by Ken Lawrence wins AFDCS award
by Linn’s StaffIn the article, Lawrence tells the story of a July 2, 1847, cover franked with one of the first two United States stamps (Scott 2) and sent from New York City to Indianapolis. -
US Stamps Aug 15, 2024, 8 AM
Inside Linn’s: Stamps and postal history from the 9/11 era
by Charles SneeAlso this week, tools and terms for finding your stamps, and a magical tip of the week. -
Postal Updates Aug 14, 2024, 2 PM
Commemorating final journey of Strates shows carnival train
by Molly GoadThe James E. Strates Shows carnival train, the last of its kind, is featured on the Aug. 1 Erie County Fair postmark displayed nearby. -
US Stamps Aug 14, 2024, 11 AM
Visiting the founder of Linn’s Stamp News
by Jay BigalkeLinn's editor-in-chief Jay Bigalke’s tribute to George W. Linn appears in the 5,000th issue Linn's Stamp News, which Linn founded in 1928. -
US Stamps Aug 14, 2024, 8 AM
U.S. 1904 Louisiana Purchase Expo stamp pictures William McKinley
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerOn April 30, 1904, the U.S. Post Office Department issued a set of five Louisiana Purchase Exposition stamps. The 5¢ dark blue stamp commemorates William McKinley (1843-1901), the 25th president of the United States. -
Postal Updates Aug 13, 2024, 12 PM
Biden nominates Demings, Zollars to USPS board of governors
by Linn’s StaffMembers of the USPS board of governors are appointed by the president of the United States with the advice and consent of the Senate. -
Postal Updates Aug 13, 2024, 8 AM
Recalling the First Continental Congress of 1774
by Allen AbelThe Philadelphia Congress wrapped up in Oct. 1774. “We ask but for Peace, Liberty, and Safety,” the delegates wrote to King George III. -
US Stamps Aug 12, 2024, 10 AM
New U.S. stamp celebrates 250th anniversary of the First Continental Congress of 1774
by Charles SneeThe vertical commemorative features the signature red, white and blue colors of the U.S. flag. -
US Stamps Aug 12, 2024, 8 AM
Benjamin Franklin returns John Adams’ mail in July cartoon caption contest
by John M. HotchnerThe stamp for the July contest was the 39¢ stamp inscribed “B. Free Franklin, Postmaster” from the 2006 block of four commemorating Franklin’s 300th birth anniversary.