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US Stamps Sep 9, 2024, 10 AM
New date for Healthcare Community stamp ceremony
by Linn’s StaffThe Healthcare Community stamp will go on sale Oct. 1 and is currently available for preorder. The official first day of the stamp is still Oct. 1. -
US Stamps Sep 9, 2024, 8 AM
USPS to issue 16th Kwanzaa stamp Sept. 25 in Pittsburgh
by Charles SneeEkua Holmes’ original artwork featured on the stamp depicts a male drummer and two female dancers. -
US Stamps Sep 6, 2024, 2 PM
August cartoon caption contest winner fancies Lincoln as letter carrier
by John M. HotchnerSeveral entries were quite serious, perhaps reflective of the times in the midst of an unusual presidential campaign. -
World Stamps Sep 6, 2024, 10 AM
Great Britain’s Royal Mail celebrates 50th anniversary of comedy series ‘Porridge’
by David HartwigFirst airing on the BBC between 1974 and 1977, Porridge follows the experiences of prisoners at the fictional men’s prison HMP Slade. -
US Stamps Sep 5, 2024, 10 AM
Nojex 2024 set for Sept. 27-29
by Linn’s StaffNojex will host meetings of the U.S. Stamp Society, the Collectors Club, the Ottoman and Near East Philatelic Society and New Jersey Postal History Society. -
World Stamps Sep 5, 2024, 9 AM
Changes in United Nations 2024 program announced
by Linn’s StaffThe 2024 UNPA program is tentative and subject to change. -
Auctions Sep 5, 2024, 8 AM
Siegel to offer part of Saadi Struck on Stamps collection Sept. 24 in New York
by Charles SneeThe 319 lots in the sale focus on postal markings and cancellations on the United States 1851-56 1¢, 2¢ and 3¢ issues. -
US Stamps Sep 4, 2024, 10 AM
Another successful Postcrossing meetup at Great American Stamp Show
by Jay BigalkeAlmost 1,500 postcards for both issues were given out at the two meetings to the more than 30 attendees. -
World Stamps Sep 4, 2024, 8 AM
Bull’s-eye cancels on Belgian Congo 1910-15 pictorial stamps a worthy challenge
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerColonial stamps have great appeal for many collectors, especially those who collect the 1840-1940 classic period of postage stamp production. -
US Stamps Sep 3, 2024, 11 AM
Inverted back printing found on 2024 junior duck stamp
by Jay BigalkeScott editors received the inverted back inscription error in an order placed via the U.S. Postal Service’s Stamp Fulfillment Services in July. -
US Stamps Sep 3, 2024, 10 AM
Town names used to create a souvenir for a politician
by John M. HotchnerSen. Paul Douglas (1892-1976) served in the U.S. Senate as a Democrat from Illinois from 1949 to 1967. -
World Stamps Sep 3, 2024, 8 AM
What’s new for 2025 Scott Standard catalog Volume 6?
by Jay BigalkeVolume 6A includes listings for the countries of the world San (San Marino) through Tete. Listings for Thai (Thailand) through Z countries of the world can be found in Vol. 6B. -
US Stamps Sep 2, 2024, 12 PM
WE Fest VIII to take place at Chicagopex
by Linn’s StaffRegistration is open for WE Fest VIII, the semiannual series of exhibiting workshops sponsored by the Women Exhibitors organization. -
US Stamps Sep 2, 2024, 8 AM
Washington, D.C., museum focused on Jewish life to host Sept. 19 first day for new U.S. Hanukkah stamp
by Charles SneeThe new Hanukkah stamp features USPS art director Antonio Alcala’s stylized illustration of a white nine-candle menorah set against a solid bright blue background. -
US Stamps Aug 31, 2024, 10 AM
Scott catalog numbers assigned to Hank Aaron, other recent U.S. and U.N. stamps
by Charles SneeWhat do these Scott numbers signify? In short, each stamp’s listing in an upcoming edition of the 2025 Scott catalogs. -
US Stamps Aug 29, 2024, 11 AM
Boston 2026 receives Federation of European Philatelic Associations recognition
by Linn’s StaffThe Federation of European Philatelic Associations consists of national philatelic federations, associations and unions in 45 countries. -
US Stamps Aug 29, 2024, 8 AM
After nearly 11 years the $2 Jenny Invert finally sold out
by Jay BigalkeThe $2 Jenny Invert stamps were issued in panes of six as a tribute to America’s most famous stamp error. -
Postal Updates Aug 28, 2024, 11 AM
A pleasant visit to Hell, Mich., filled with humor
by Allen AbelThe P.T. Barnum of Livingston County, Mich., is a scarred and savvy Vietnam War combat veteran who has built a million-dollar business from a four-letter word. -
US Stamps Aug 28, 2024, 8 AM
An affordable way to collect U.S. 1873 Official stamps
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerStamps generally begin life as essays (proposed designs). After the design is approved, trial printings are taken from the engraved plates before the stamp is issued. These are called plate proofs. -
US Stamps Aug 27, 2024, 11 AM
Linn’s to go digital only, Scott Stamp Monthly in print will continue
by Jay BigalkeThe 5,000th issue of Linn's Stamp News, cover dated Aug. 26, 2024, is the final print edition.