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US Stamps
Feb 22, 2023, 12 PMThe 1938 Prexie series began with a design contest
The United States Presidential stamp series of 1938 was developed from the winning entry in a design competition for the 1¢ George Washington stamp. -
US Stamps
Feb 22, 2023, 8 AMStrong demand for 2¢ carmine rose George Washington type I stamp
This stamp is in strong demand in all grades and in mint, never-hinged condition; unused, hinged condition; and used condition. -
World Stamps
Feb 21, 2023, 3 PMKaufmann, four others to sign Roll of Distinguished Philatelists
Patricia “Trish” Kaufmann has been for many years the leading dealer in U.S. Civil War philatelic material, including the stamps and postal history of the Confederate States. -
US Stamps
Feb 21, 2023, 1 PMFirst digital-only issue of Linn’s Stamp News released
Future digital-only Linn’s issues will continue to report the news and happenings in the philatelic marketplace. -
US Stamps
Feb 21, 2023, 9 AMIowa stamp club displays Black Heritage stamps
The U.S. Black Heritage commemorative series began in 1978 with the release of the 13¢ Harriet Tubman stamp. -
Postal Updates
Feb 20, 2023, 12 PMSpace Foundation to honor USPS for space-themed stamps
The award will be presented April 17 during the opening ceremonies of the foundation’s Space Symposium in Colorado Springs, Colo. -
US Stamps
Feb 20, 2023, 8 AMCancellations on 1955 department store cover evoke memories
The cancels on the cover have a connection to the addressee: the Stamp and Coin Department of Woodward & Lothrop Department Store. -
World Stamps
Feb 17, 2023, 12 PMIceland to host Nordia 2023 June 2-4
Nordia rotates annually between the Nordic countries, and Iceland hosts every five years. -
US Stamps
Feb 17, 2023, 8 AMStamp for author Toni Morrison to arrive March 7 in Princeton, N.J.
The Toni Morrison stamp will be available for purchase in panes of 20 nationwide on the first day of issue. -
World Stamps
Feb 16, 2023, 1 PMAustria corrects castle mistake with new stamp
Austria Post announced the revised stamp design with the correct “Riegersburg” inscription in the September 2022 issue of Album. -
US Stamps
Feb 16, 2023, 8 AMInside Linn’s: Eye-catching used stamps require patience to find
Also this week, a look back at four decades of writing about computers and stamps, and a review of worldwide stamps from a large, eclectic hoard. -
US Stamps
Feb 15, 2023, 12 PMUnited States Patriotic Block coil stamps to arrive March 1
Intended for use on mass mailings by nonprofit organizations, the nondenominated (5¢) Patriotic Block stamp was printed in rolls of 3,000 and 10,000. -
World Stamps
Feb 15, 2023, 10 AMSet of two French military stamps seldom offered
A military franchise stamp serves the same purpose as a free frank notation. -
Postal Updates
Feb 14, 2023, 1 PMPostal Service to launch USPS Ground Advantage service July 9
The new service will feature two-day to five-day delivery service standards for packages that weigh up to 70 pounds. -
US Stamps
Feb 14, 2023, 9 AMRate change and Lunar New Year dates coincided for 2023
Philatelic covers sometimes capture a particular moment in history very well. -
US Stamps
Feb 13, 2023, 11 AMArt of the Skateboard stamps ceremony details
The Art of the Skateboard stamp set showcases vibrant artwork on the underside of skateboards by four U.S. artists. -
US Stamps
Feb 13, 2023, 8 AMSan Diego show to host Feb. 24 first day for $10 Floral Geometry stamp
A first-day ceremony for the new $10 Floral Geometry stamp is scheduled to take place on the first day of the Feb. 24-26 San Diego Stamp Show. -
US Stamps
Feb 10, 2023, 8 AMJanuary cartoon contest winner has holiday elf working two jobs
The prominent candy cane on the cartoon contest stamp prompted several entries. -
Auctions
Feb 9, 2023, 12 PMFour impressive name collections to be sold during Feb. 28-March 2 Siegel auction series
First to cross the auction block is part 3 of the Melvin Getlan collection of United States vending- and affixing-machine perforations. -
World Stamps
Feb 9, 2023, 9 AMInside Linn’s: Stamps trace Italy’s 1939-43 occupation of Albania
Also this week, taking a closer look at the storied ArtCraft line of first-day cover cachets, and a review of a mixture worldwide stamps that cost a penny apiece.