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Auctions
Apr 13, 2021, 2 PMPetersen classic U.S. collection in April 29-30 Siegel auction
Among the 549 lots to be offered are some of the rarest U.S. stamps in existence. -
World Stamps
Apr 12, 2021, 3 PMNew British stamps honor six classic science fiction novels
In conjunction with the Classic Science Fiction issue, Royal Mail is offering postmarks, a first-day cover, six postcards reproducing the designs of the stamps, and a presentation pack. -
US Stamps
Apr 12, 2021, 1 PMFaux stamps printed on Burdock Blood Bitters cards
The colorful faux stamps stand out on these cards, making an attractive presentation. They also add an element of curiosity, encouraging the viewer to look more closely. -
US Stamps
Apr 12, 2021, 10 AMNew USPS Star Wars Droids set features 10 popular characters
The new stamp set is the second (or third) issue from the USPS to celebrate the Star Wars phenomena. -
World Stamps
Apr 12, 2021, 10 AMParaguay’s ‘Muestra’ overprints in Scott catalog
For years, Scott catalog editors have been working hard to update images for stamps of Paraguay that bear a specimen overprint in Spanish, “MUESTRA.” -
Postal Updates
Apr 11, 2021, 10 AMU.S. Navy heavy hitters honored on anniversary cancels
Two of the United States Navy’s Los Angeles-class attack submarines are hitting milestones this year, and pictorial cancels are available for each occasion. -
US Stamps
Apr 9, 2021, 10 AMDie-cutting omitted panes of U.S. 2020 Let’s Celebrate stamp found in Washington state post office
The error will be listed in the 2022 Scott Specialized Catalogue of United States Stamps and Covers, which is scheduled for publication in October. -
World Stamps
Apr 9, 2021, 9 AMU.N. Postal Administration marks its 70th anniversary
The UNPA issued its first stamps on United Nations Day, Oct. 24, 1951, and two stamps released on that day are featured on the pane. -
US Stamps
Apr 9, 2021, 8 AMInside Linn’s: FDC value isn’t always expressed in dollars and cents
Also this week, a philatelic exploration of the Republic of North Macedonia’s identity crisis, and a worldwide mixture administers a beneficial dose of philatelic medicine. -
World Stamps
Apr 8, 2021, 2 PMCanada Post honors its music awards, the Junos
Canada Post issued a stamp April 8 to mark the 50th anniversary of its music awards known as the Junos. -
World Stamps
Apr 8, 2021, 10 AMSouth West Africa set popular with topical collectors
This set is popular with topical collectors, particularly the three high denominations that depict a lioness, a Cape oryx and an elephant, respectively. -
US Stamps
Apr 7, 2021, 3 PMMinnesota Stamp Expo July 16-18 near Minneapolis
The show will feature free parking and admission, a youth area, seminars and meetings, approximately 25 dealers and a United States Postal Service booth. -
Postal Updates
Apr 7, 2021, 8 AMDeJoy’s USPS 10-year plan in trouble in House of Representatives
Democrats in the House of Representatives are so unhappy with Postmaster General Louis DeJoy that they have named a piece of legislation for him. -
World Stamps
Apr 6, 2021, 3 PMBritish contest to honor heroes of the COVID-19 pandemic
This will be the fifth time that Royal Mail has featured artwork by children on its postage stamps. -
US Stamps
Apr 6, 2021, 2 PMAmerican Topical Association to offer two online courses in May
The five-part course “Thematic Exhibiting: Steps to Success” is designed to give students practical information to use in planning and developing a thematic exhibit. -
Postal Updates
Apr 6, 2021, 12 PMNew delivery times for U.S. Priority Mail Express service
Pricing of the service, which begins at $26.35, will not change, the USPS said. -
Auctions
Apr 6, 2021, 10 AMGerman states, worldwide in April 19-24 Koehler auction
The main catalog for this sale includes an extensive selection of material from Germany. -
US Stamps
Apr 5, 2021, 8 AMU.S. Views of Our Planets pane of 16 is in demand
The Views of Our Planets stamps were issued in panes of 16 with two of each stamp in the pane. -
US Stamps
Apr 4, 2021, 2 PMThe 1890 1¢ Franklin ‘candle flame’ printing flaw explained
Printing flaws such as this do not receive catalog recognition. -
US Stamps
Apr 3, 2021, 8 AMScott catalog numbers assigned to Garden Beauty, other recent U.S. stamps
What do these Scott numbers signify? In short, each stamp’s listing in an upcoming edition of the 2022 Scott catalogs.