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Nov 21, 2023, 08:30 AM
Movember postmark from Royal Mail in Great Britain
by Jay BigalkeRoyal Mail first used a Movember mustache postmark in 2012, with support being given to the charity Prostate Cancer UK. -
Nov 17, 2023, 20:47 PM
Royal Mail to end post and go labels Dec. 31
by David HartwigSome of the available overprints reference the end of the post and go service, which Royal Mail introduced in 2008. -
Nov 15, 2023, 08:15 AM
Stampex 2024 dates selected
by Jay BigalkeIf England might be in your travel plans for next October, it’s a perfect opportunity to add a stamp show visit to a vacation. -
Nov 15, 2023, 08:00 AM
Affordable Nova Scotia 1860-63 Queen Victoria stamps
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerNova Scotia issued 13 stamps that are listed with major numbers in the Scott catalog. -
Nov 14, 2023, 13:00 PM
Southeast Federation of Stamp Clubs donates to Boston 2026 World Expo
by Linn’s StaffThe federation includes 24 clubs and represents over 500 collectors throughout the southern United States and beyond. -
Nov 14, 2023, 07:45 AM
New U.N. stamps promote climate action superheroes
by David Hartwig“The United Nations Climate Action Superheroes aim to educate and engage children on how to help limit global warming and take care of our environment,” the UNPA said. -
Nov 13, 2023, 08:30 AM
Canada’s sacred, secular Christmas stamps now available
by Molly GoadA single religious-themed permanent-rate stamp portrays the Madonna and Child in the style of stained glass windows commonly seen in churches. -
Nov 5, 2023, 10:00 AM
Honduras stamp sheets reference Boston 2026 World Expo in selvage
by Linn’s StaffThe selvage on the sheets pictures the Boston 2026 logo, and provides the show dates in English and Spanish. -
Nov 3, 2023, 13:00 PM
A stamp for Willie O’Ree, NHL’s first Black player
by Molly GoadThe Canada Willie O’Ree commemorative stamp issued Oct. 30 represents the history made when O’Ree played his first National Hockey League game in 1958. -
Nov 3, 2023, 08:30 AM
Souvenir label for 50th anniversary of reign of King Carl XVI Gustaf
by Christer BrunströmNordisk Filateli, a major Nordic stamp magazine, and stamp designer and engraver Martin Mörck joined forces to produce the nonpostal commemorative souvenir label. -
Nov 2, 2023, 11:30 AM
What’s new for 2024 Scott Classic Specialized Catalogue of Stamps and Covers 1840-1940?
by Jay BigalkeMore than 12,000 value changes were made to the 2024 Scott Classic Specialized catalog. -
Nov 2, 2023, 07:30 AM
Britain’s Royal Mail celebrates caroling tradition on Christmas stamps
by David HartwigThese are Great Britain’s first Christmas stamps to feature the silhouette of King Charles III. -
Nov 1, 2023, 08:00 AM
Unlisted Angola 2004 souvenir sheet printed in limited quantities
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe souvenir sheet, which is not listed in the Scott Standard Postage Stamp Catalogue, is very popular with bird topicalists. -
Oct 25, 2023, 10:45 AM
Pobjoy, mint and new-issue stamp agent, to close
by Denise McCartyThe Pobjoy Mint Stamp Division opened in 2004. -
Oct 24, 2023, 10:30 AM
London’s Postal Museum marks new ‘Dressed to Deliver’ exhibit with Mail by Bike post & go postage labels
by Linn’s StaffThe Postal Museum offers additional products with this issue, including first-day covers featuring all six labels canceled with the official handstamp of the Postal Museum. -
Oct 20, 2023, 09:00 AM
Ferries praised on Norwegian stamps
by Molly GoadEach stamp features a ferry with the name of its route along the right side. -
Oct 19, 2023, 13:40 PM
Donald Sutherland stars on new Canadian stamp
by Denise McCartyIn its Oct. 19 press release announcing the stamp, Canada Post called Sutherland one of the country’s most respected and versatile actors. -
Oct 18, 2023, 11:00 AM
Boston Connection contest supports 2026 World Expo
by Linn’s StaffThe contest invites collectors from around the world to compile a list of stamps and souvenir sheets related to Boston. -
Oct 18, 2023, 08:00 AM
Two stamps from Spain with fine arts appeal
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerOn Dec. 1, 1947, Spain issued two airmail stamps, a 25-peseta Manuel de Falla and a 50p Ignacio Zuloaga. -
Oct 17, 2023, 12:00 PM
Great Britain celebrates Harry Potter in Oct. 19 set
by David HartwigThe Harry Potter film series consists of eight movies based on the novels by British author J.K. Rowling.
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