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World Stamps Feb 21, 2022, 11 AM
Obtaining worldwide new stamp issues is a challenge
by Jay BigalkeStamps from African nations are probably among the more difficult ones to get on a regular basis. -
US Stamps Feb 21, 2022, 10 AM
Ohio war savings stamps presented as sales awards
by John M. HotchnerEach stamp shows a U.S. president with his name underneath the portrait and the text “Presidential Honor Stamp” above it. -
US Stamps Feb 21, 2022, 9 AM
New U.S. global forever stamp features African daisy
by Charles SneeThe picture of an African daisy on the stamp is based on an existing photograph by Cindy Dyer of Alexandria, Va. -
World Stamps Feb 18, 2022, 1 PM
Australia honors gold medalist Jakara Anthony
by Linn’s StaffAustralia began its tradition of instant stamps for gold medalists at the 2000 Games in Sydney. -
World Stamps Feb 18, 2022, 8 AM
Iconic designer of British stamps honored on souvenir sheet
by David HartwigDavid Gentleman designed more than 100 stamps for Royal Mail in a career that spanned nearly 40 years, from 1962 to 1999. -
World Stamps Feb 18, 2022, 8 AM
Inside Linn’s: Abu Dhabi stamps honor Sheikh Zayed
by Charles SneeAlso this week, relishing the hunt for U.S. dollar-sign covers to unusual destinations, and a review of a website devoted to stamps, coffee and conversation. -
World Stamps Feb 17, 2022, 2 PM
Canada Post continues Spring Flowers series with callas
by David HartwigThe stamps were issued March 1 in a booklet of 10, coil of 50 and souvenir sheet of two. -
US Stamps Feb 17, 2022, 8 AM
An affordable start to a beer stamp collection
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerBeer revenue stamps are a perennial favorite among collectors, especially among those with a fondness for the brew. -
Auctions Feb 16, 2022, 4 PM
U.S. 1880 special printing, other attractive stamps in March 8-9 Cherrystone auction
by Charles SneeAdditional temptations for bidders include Italy and Italian states rarities, and scarce stamps and postal history from South America and Central America. -
Auctions Feb 16, 2022, 9 AM
Hope collection of newspaper stamps, part 2 of Magnolia collection to cross Siegel auction block March 1
by Charles SneeBoth collections provide bidders with myriad opportunities to add significant items to their holdings. -
Postal Updates Feb 15, 2022, 1 PM
UPU reports pandemic’s economic impact on postal operators
by Paul AlbrightThe pandemic adversely affect volumes of letter mail, but parcel post showed noticeable gains during the pandemic. -
US Stamps Feb 15, 2022, 8 AM
U.S. Title IX stamps to debut March 3 in Washington, D.C.
by Charles SneeArtist Melinda Beck designed the Title IX stamps, which picture a dark blue silhouette of one of four female athletes: a runner, swimmer, gymnast and soccer player. -
Postal Updates Feb 14, 2022, 11 AM
Send hearts, trains or flowers via postmarks for Valentine’s Day
by Molly GoadThe Valentine’s Day postmark shown here with a love train motif is available from Hartville, Wyo. -
US Stamps Feb 14, 2022, 8 AM
Printing experimentation caused varieties of Lacemaking stamps
by John M. HotchnerThis se-tenant block of four in the American Folk Art series ultimately had its first day on Aug. 14, 1987. -
Postal Updates Feb 14, 2022, 8 AM
Biden administration attacks Postal Service’s truck plans
by Bill McAllisterThe Postal Service's plans call for an initial order for 5,000 electric trucks. -
US Stamps Feb 11, 2022, 1 PM
How to avoid purchasing full Priority Mail panes
by Jay BigalkePlacing a customer order by phone with Stamp Fulfillment Services offers the best option. -
World Stamps Feb 11, 2022, 8 AM
Inside Linn’s: Explore mysterious Transylvania through stamps
by Charles SneeAlso this week, navigating the rights and wrongs of cachetmaking, and an upbeat review of a mixture of worldwide stamps. -
US Stamps Feb 10, 2022, 11 AM
Mustangs motivate January cartoon contest winner
by John M. HotchnerCOVID-19 was the subject of several entries that turned the design into a Paul Revere moment. -
World Stamps Feb 10, 2022, 8 AM
Inverted overprint appeals to Nicaragua collectors
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe market for stamps from most Latin American countries remains fairly strong. -
World Stamps Feb 9, 2022, 9 AM
New Scott United Nations Specialized catalog to debut in May
by Jay BigalkeNew listings for U.N. stamps will be included through spring of 2022, just before the new catalog’s release.