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US Stamps Dec 1, 2022, 1 PM
Scott numbers assigned to Snowy Beauty, other recent U.S. stamps
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 Dec 1, 2022, 10 AM
Inside Linn’s: British food on British stamps
by Charles SneeAlso this week, the intriguing backstory of the unveiling of the United States 1994 World Cup souvenir sheet, and an exploration of covers carried by trans-Pacific Clippers on the eve of Pearl Harbor. -
World Stamps Dec 1, 2022, 8 AM
2023 Scott Classic Specialized catalog overview
by Jay BigalkeAmong the enhancements for the Scott Classic Specialized catalog this year were changes in the Indian Feudatory States with a reorganization of listings and more. -
Auctions Nov 30, 2022, 11 AM
Indian state of Bundi, Brazil, British Guiana, more in David Feldman Dec. 5-9 auction series
by Charles SneeSeven separate catalogs have been prepared for the Dec. 5-9 autumn auction series and are available for viewing and download on the Feldman website. -
US Stamps Nov 30, 2022, 10 AM
Issue dates, locations announced for Red Fox, other U.S. 2023 stamps
by Charles SneeThe U.S. Postal Service revealed issue dates and locations for nine stamps in its 2023 program. -
US Stamps Nov 30, 2022, 8 AM
A stamp from an attractive set of classic bicolor, engraved U.S. issues
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe stamps were issued May 1, 1901, the first day of the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, N.Y. -
Postal Updates Nov 29, 2022, 11 AM
Postal Inspection Service numbers confirm sharp rise in mail thefts
by Bill McAllisterLawmakers in the House of Representatives introduced a measure that would require a barcode on all mail-in ballots for federal elections. -
US Stamps Nov 29, 2022, 8 AM
Micarelli guide book to U.S. classic stamps available
by Jay BigalkeThe stamps are organized by design and denomination for the definitive stamps of this era. -
US Stamps Nov 28, 2022, 1 PM
Hofmeyr wins single-frame Champion of Champions award for U.S. grills exhibit
by Jay BigalkeHofmeyr’s exhibit was one of 22 qualifying exhibits in the single-frame Champion of Champions competition. -
US Stamps Nov 28, 2022, 9 AM
‘Peanuts’ character Pigpen front and center for December cartoon contest
by John M. HotchnerEntries with a touch of humor or irony stand the best chance of winning the contest. -
World Stamps Nov 27, 2022, 9 AM
Vance Auctions of Canada celebrates milestone
by Jay BigalkeThe company got its start through a full-page ad in Linn’s. -
World Stamps Nov 26, 2022, 9 AM
Switzerland issues two Lego stamps showing chalet, cow
by Jay BigalkeThe two stamps issued by Swiss Post on Nov. 10 depict a brick-built chalet on the 90-franc denomination and a cow on the 1.10fr. -
US Stamps Nov 25, 2022, 1 PM
Elf with present on new USPS holiday postage label
by Jay BigalkeThe postage labels are dispensed at self-service kiosks installed in many post offices across the country. -
US Stamps Nov 25, 2022, 12 PM
Why Minden, Neb., is the ‘Christmas City’
by John M. HotchnerHow hard do you have to look to find a Christmas connection on a philatelic item? -
Postal Updates Nov 24, 2022, 10 AM
Postal Service faces skepticism from House lawmakers
by Bill McAllisterThe hearing probably was one of the last the House of Representatives will hold on a postal issue while it is under Democratic control. -
World Stamps Nov 24, 2022, 8 AM
Inside Linn’s: The Japanese space program and woodblock covers
by Charles SneeAlso this week, an unforgivable philatelic horror story driven by greed, and colonial stamps honor a Free French hero. -
World Stamps Nov 24, 2022, 8 AM
Nov. 24 set from Royal Mail marks 100 years since the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb
by David HartwigThe Tutankhamun set includes 12 stamps, eight in four horizontal se-tenant (side-by-side) pairs and four in a souvenir sheet. -
US Stamps Nov 23, 2022, 11 AM
Linn’s reader identifies 1937 Christmas card artist
by John M. HotchnerThe picture is titled The Philatelists, but the name was altered for use on the Christmas card. -
World Stamps Nov 23, 2022, 8 AM
Definitive set from Tunisia makes a fine display
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerFrom 1906 to 1926, Tunisia issued a set of 29 definitive stamps. -
US Stamps Nov 22, 2022, 4 PM
First-day-of-issue details for U.S. Railroad Stations set
by Linn’s StaffThe stamps, designed by Down the Street Designs, will be issued in panes of 20.