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World Stamps Dec 30, 2021, 9 AM
American Topical Association to offer free virtual programs
by David HartwigThe eight programs will cover a range of topics, including Dr. Seuss, umbrellas and the 1920 Olympics. -
World Stamps Dec 30, 2021, 8 AM
Inside Linn’s: Trains on Great Britain stamps pick up steam
by Charles SneeAlso this week, a philatelic tribute to the fighting spirit of Poland during World War II, and celebrating sports on Swedish stamps. -
World Stamps Dec 30, 2021, 8 AM
Kangaroo stamp appeals to topical, British Empire, and Australia collectors
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe design of the 2½-penny stamps features a cameo of Queen Victoria to the left and a kangaroo and palm tree to the right. -
US Stamps Dec 29, 2021, 10 AM
January cartoon contest gallops in on U.S. 1869 Pictorial stamp
by John M. HotchnerEntries with a touch of humor or irony stand the best chance of winning the contest. -
World Stamps Dec 28, 2021, 1 PM
Make plans now to attend Canada international show
by Jay BigalkeAmos Media Co. will have a booth at the show to highlight digital editions of Linn’s Stamp News and the Scott catalogs. -
World Stamps Dec 28, 2021, 11 AM
Germany issues final stamps of 2021, begins 2022 program
by David HartwigDoctors Without Borders, Annette von Droste-Hulshoff and David Bowie are among the subjects honored. -
US Stamps Dec 28, 2021, 9 AM
Year of the Tiger stamp to debut Jan. 20 in New York
by Charles SneeThe Year of the Tiger forever stamp features an ornate three-dimensional ceremonial mask by Camille Chew. -
US Stamps Dec 26, 2021, 1 PM
Election results for AFDCS board of directors
by David HartwigThe AFDCS reported a larger voter turnout than usual; the number of ballots cast more than doubled the 2018 number. -
Postal Updates Dec 23, 2021, 9 AM
Update from USPS on 2022 mail-in election ballots
by Bill McAllisterThree organizations had challenged the Postal Service’s ability to move an unprecedented amount of election mail promptly during the 2020 presidential election. -
US Stamps Dec 23, 2021, 8 AM
Inside Linn’s: Significant drop in 2021 cost to collect U.S. stamps
by Charles SneeAlso this week, a detailed look at a most unusual U.S. paid reply postal card mailed in 1958 to Australian Prime Minister Robert Menzies, and a crossword puzzle focused on translating philatelic French into English. -
US Stamps Dec 23, 2021, 8 AM
Low dealer stock leads to high prices on recent U.S. se-tenant issues
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerLook for mint panes of 20 of the (46¢) Gingerbread House Christmas stamps (Scott 4820c and 4820e) issued Nov. 6, 2013. -
US Stamps Dec 22, 2021, 2 PM
ASDA announces several changes in board of directors
by Linn’s StaffThese changes were necessitated following the Nov. 23, 2021, death of ASDA president Stanley M. Piller. -
US Stamps Dec 22, 2021, 2 PM
Postal Inspection Service warns about proliferation of counterfeit stamps
by Bill McAllisterThe warning comes as an increasing number of news outlets are reporting sales of counterfeit stamps. -
US Stamps Dec 22, 2021, 9 AM
Celebrating Christmas cards from stamp collectors
by John M. HotchnerCertainly one of the exciting things about the Christmas season is receiving cards from near and far. -
US Stamps Dec 22, 2021, 8 AM
Romeo, Mich., to host Jan. 14 ceremony for two new U.S. Love forever stamps
by Charles SneeBoth stamps showcase Bailey Sullivan’s “graphic illustrations of flowers inspired by old European folk art,” according to the Postal Service. -
Postal Updates Dec 21, 2021, 2 PM
Stamps stick to Santa’s beard in Penpex show cancel
by Molly GoadThe show is presented by the Sequoia Stamp Club, a group that has been around for more than 73 years. -
US Stamps Dec 21, 2021, 11 AM
Dates, locations announced for four 2022 U.S. issues
by Charles SneeAll of these stamps are being issued without an official United States Postal Service first-day ceremony. -
US Stamps Dec 21, 2021, 9 AM
No new EKUs of U.S. Christmas seals reported in 2021
by John M. HotchnerFrom 1936 onward, there were designated first days of sale for Christmas seals. -
US Stamps Dec 21, 2021, 8 AM
Flag City, USA Jan. 9 first-day location for U.S. Flags stamps
by Jay BigalkeThe U.S. Postal Service revealed the new nondenominated (58¢) stamp design in November 2021. -
US Stamps Dec 20, 2021, 2 PM
Many new U.S. counterfeit booklet panes turn up
by Jay BigalkeThe counterfeiting of United States stamps has been a noticeable problem for the stamp collecting community for the last two decades.