The biggest eye-catching moment in 2024 was definitely the June 14-15 sale of William H. “Bill” Gross’ complete collection of classic-era United States stamps.

The show theme is the 250th anniversary of the U.S. postal system with Benjamin Franklin as the first postmaster general.

For each of the two winners, the prize will be a 13-week subscription to Linn’s (a new subscription or an extension).

The 5¢ chocolate President Ulysses S. Grant stamp was issued to pay the ½-ounce letter rate to any member nation of the Universal Postal Union.

The risk of damage and long-term effects from any chemical are really unknown.

The new Love stamp celebrates the universal experience of love by picturing an untitled work by Pennsylvania artist Keith Haring (1958–90).

Camille Chew’s intricate artwork was photographed and then used for the vignette of the stamp designed by USPS art director Antonio Alcala

The sheets are dated 1961, 1962 and 1963, and each spoofs then-current U.S. postage stamps.

The cover began its journey in North Hollywood, Calif., on Dec. 18, 1945. It is addressed to a sailor aboard the SS American Victory, which was expected to call at Calcutta, India.

This year is off to a great start for a few stamp shows that are hosting first-day ceremonies.

Also this week, a review of a sample of 70 stamps from a worldwide mixture, and a tip to look for a U.S. 2018 Priority Mail Express stamp.

Westpex 2025 will celebrate the 175th anniversary of California’s statehood. A special cinderella souvenir sheet and cacheted cover will be available.

The United States Post Office Department issued a total of 12 parcel post stamps in 1913.

Two new stamps will be added to the Stellar Formations series of Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express stamps that the USPS launched in 2024.

Minden, Neb., was the site of the first day of issue for the United States 3¢ commemorative stamp issued Sept. 22, 1948, for the centennial of the founding of Fort Kearny.

The affected stamps will be withdrawn from regular sale at post offices, stations, branches, postal stores and vending outlets.

Patrick Morgan is also a member of the American Philatelic Society, American Topical Association, Poster Stamp Collectors Club and Greater Mound City Stamp Club.

The United States Postal Service announced in the Dec. 12 issue of the Postal Bulletin three issue dates for new 2025 stamps.

Are there still postal employees answering children’s letters to Santa Claus?

Golf was the inspiration for several readers entering the November cartoon caption contest featuring the United States $2.40 Priority Mail stamp