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World Stamps Sep 21, 2022, 11 AM
Mainstream news coverage of Queen Elizabeth II as a collector
by Jay BigalkeThe queen was a stamp collector, and billions of stamps around the world feature her image. -
US Stamps Sep 21, 2022, 11 AM
Appeal of Ray Charles reaches beyond the collecting community
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerOn Sept. 23, 2013, the U.S. Postal Service issued a nondenominated (46¢) Ray Charles stamp (Scott 4807) in panes of 16. -
US Stamps Sep 21, 2022, 10 AM
What will a U.S. forever stamp cost after Jan. 22?
by Bill McAllisterIt’s up to the Postal Service’s board of governors to recommend the new rates, subject to approval by the Postal Regulatory Commission. -
World Stamps Sep 20, 2022, 2 PM
Greenland debuts Tattoo Art stamp series
by David HartwigGreenland’s postal administration, Tusass Greenland, began a new Tattoo Art in Greenland series with two stamps issued Aug. 31. -
Postal Updates Sep 20, 2022, 12 PM
Massive shrinkage of USPS postal police force prompts hearing in Philadelphia
by Bill McAllisterThe Postal Inspection Service issued a statement Sept. 8 rejecting the charges that it had limited the duties of the uniformed postal police force and reduced the size of the force. -
Postal Updates Sep 20, 2022, 11 AM
Operation Santa launches six weeks early
by Bill McAllisterLetters to Santa must be postmarked by Dec. 12. Dec. 21 is the last day to adopt letters. -
US Stamps Sep 20, 2022, 9 AM
‘USS Bear,’ an ancient mariner
by John M. HotchnerThe ship had an exceptionally diverse service life, including being part of Adm. Richard E. Byrd’s second and third expeditions to Antarctica. -
US Stamps Sep 19, 2022, 5 PM
Ceremony details for Oct. 13 Kwanzaa stamp
by Linn’s StaffKwanzaa is a Pan-African holiday that takes place annually from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1. -
World Stamps Sep 19, 2022, 12 PM
Greenland debuts Tattoo Art stamp series
by David HartwigThe stamps are denominated 3 kroner and 35.50k and feature women’s hands with traditional Inuit tattoos. -
World Stamps Sep 19, 2022, 10 AM
Luxembourg commemorates Postcrossing with Sept. 13 issue
by David HartwigPost Luxembourg issued a stamp Sept. 13 to commemorate Postcrossing, an online project that allows users to send and receive postcards from random people around the world. -
Postal Updates Sep 18, 2022, 12 PM
Picturesque Essex County, N.Y. town turns 200
by Molly GoadThe town was officially named “Wilmington” by the state legislature on March 22, 1822. -
US Stamps Sep 16, 2022, 4 PM
Rare altered cancellation on Little America cover
by John M. HotchnerLittle America was the name of Adm. Richard Byrd’s Antarctic exploration base. -
World Stamps Sep 16, 2022, 12 PM
Second Boston 2026 label issued
by Linn’s StaffAs was the case with the first Boston 2026 label, a limited edition of 450 sheets of the second label was signed by Calle. -
US Stamps Sep 16, 2022, 10 AM
Inside Linn’s: A nifty registered cover from Antarctica
by Charles SneeAlso this week, a philatelic word search tied to the theme of Halloween, and a review of sample of stamps from a worldwide mixture from a seller in Florida. -
US Stamps Sep 16, 2022, 8 AM
Ceremony details for Oct. 18 Women Cryptologists of World War II stamp
by Linn's StaffThe first-day ceremony for the Women Cryptologists of World War II commemorative forever stamp will take place Tuesday, Oct. 18. -
US Stamps Sep 15, 2022, 3 PM
August cartoon winner inflates Igor the eagle
by John M. HotchnerMany entries in the August cartoon caption contest noted the stern look on the face of Igor the eagle on the U.S. 1983 $9.35 Express Mail stamp. -
US Stamps Sep 15, 2022, 2 PM
Upright Jenny pane tally hits 42 with two new reports in August
by Jay BigalkeMore than nine years after the $2 Jenny Invert stamps were placed on sale collectors continue to find the rare upright Jenny Invert variety. -
World Stamps Sep 15, 2022, 11 AM
U.S. Philatelic Classics Society donation to Boston 2026
by Linn’s StaffBoston 2026 World Expo will take place May 23-30, 2026, at the Boston Convention and Exposition Center. -
World Stamps Sep 15, 2022, 9 AM
What’s new for 2022 Scott Standard catalog Volume 6?
by Jay BigalkeAmong the significant additions made to the Vol. 6 listings are more stamps of Sharjah and new listings for South Kasai and Viet Cong. -
World Stamps Sep 14, 2022, 2 PM
Isle of Man honors Bowie’s acting career
by Denise McCartyThe Isle of Man also is offering several related products, including a 28-page booklet containing the stamps.