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US Stamps Mar 9, 2024, 10 AM
Stellar Formations, other recent U.S. stamps assigned Scott catalog numbers
by Charles SneeHaving these numbers handy will allow you to easily locate these stamps in the Scott catalogs and learn about their production and values. -
World Stamps Mar 8, 2024, 9 AM
Wildflowers bloom March 1 on stamps in Canada Post’s Spring Flowers series
by David HartwigThe latest in Canada’s Spring Flowers series, the stamps show Asclepias tuberosa, commonly known as butterfly milkweed; and Monarda punctata, known as spotted beebalm. -
US Stamps Mar 7, 2024, 1 PM
February cartoon caption contest winner gets serious with Woodrow Wilson
by John M. HotchnerThe majority of the entries in the cartoon contest were of a serious nature without the usual humor for which Linn’s readers are known. -
US Stamps Mar 7, 2024, 10 AM
Inside Linn’s: Blue Origin returns to flight in a big way
by Charles SneeAlso this week, a look at some frustrations in the world of first-day covers, and a tip to look for a set of 1916 provisional stamps from a small Portuguese colony. -
Postal Updates Mar 7, 2024, 8 AM
Mail-in voting receives poor reception from attendees at conference near Washington, D.C.
by Allen AbelThe lively and colorful gathering is known officially as the Conservative Political Action Conference. -
US Stamps Mar 6, 2024, 9 PM
Design of surprise U.S. stamp for first lady Betty Ford unveiled March 6 at White House
by Allen Abel, Washington CorrespondentFirst Lady Jill Biden and senior officials of the United States Postal Service convened in the East Room of the White House on March 6 to unveil a new postage stamp honoring Betty Ford. -
US Stamps Mar 6, 2024, 12 PM
Garden Delights stamps hover into view March 16 at March Party stamp show
by Charles SneeGreg Breeding, a seasoned designer and art director for the U.S. Postal Service, worked with wildlife photographer Ben King, whose vibrant pictures appear on the Garden Delights stamps. -
World Stamps Mar 6, 2024, 8 AM
Start collection of France with 1947 airmail set
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThere are multiple catalogs and extensive literature available for collectors interested in the stamps of France. -
US Stamps Mar 5, 2024, 11 AM
Abdul-Jabbar makes surprise appearance at John Wooden first-day ceremony
by Jay BigalkeKareem Abdul-Jabbar’s guest appearance was noticed by numerous national media outlets. -
World Stamps Mar 5, 2024, 8 AM
Vote for Greenland’s 2023 stamp of the year
by Linn’s StaffThe grand prize is an iPhone 14 Pro. Votes must be received by April 2. -
US Stamps Mar 4, 2024, 8 PM
USPS adds stamp for former first lady Betty Ford to 2024 program
by Linn's StaffA surprise addition to the 2024 United States stamp program was announced March 4 by the White House. -
US Stamps Mar 4, 2024, 10 AM
St. Louis Stamp Expo March 22-24
by Linn’s StaffThe show will feature 156 frames of competitive exhibits. -
US Stamps Mar 4, 2024, 7 AM
Banquet menu printed on back of 1948 souvenir sheet
by John M. HotchnerThis unusual souvenir is a creation of the Rocky Mountain Philatelic Library. -
US Stamps Mar 1, 2024, 9 AM
Okpex show moves to new location
by Linn’s StaffOkpex will feature 12 to 15 dealers, and the United States Postal Service will have a booth at the show. A youth area will offer buckets of free stamps. -
US Stamps Feb 29, 2024, 11 AM
Oversize counterfeit U.S. 2010 Love stamp found on cover
by Charles SneeThe cover bears a fake 2010 44¢ Love in combination with three other genuine stamps: two 2016 10¢ Red Pears coil stamps and a 2016 5¢ Pinot Noir Grapes coil stamp. -
Auctions Feb 29, 2024, 9 AM
1937 ‘Hindenburg’ crash cover in March 11-13 Kelleher Flagship auction
by Charles SneeThe auction includes more than 1,500 lots and features United States material from the collections of David E. Bays, Gary A. Kosvic, Lady Connoisseur and William Rider. -
Postal Updates Feb 29, 2024, 8 AM
Remembering the legacy of Underground Railroad operative William Still and his family
by Allen AbelOn March 9, William Still was one of 10 19th-century Americans to be honored on a set of United States forever commemorative stamps honoring operatives on the Underground Railroad. -
World Stamps Feb 28, 2024, 10 AM
United Nations adds four stamps to Flag series
by David HartwigThe stamps will be issued at the March Party stamp show to be held Friday, March 15, through Sunday, March 17, near Cleveland, Ohio. -
US Stamps Feb 28, 2024, 8 AM
Minute Man savings stamp in strong demand for almost 20 years
by Henry Gitner and Rick MillerThe bronze Minute Man statue by Daniel Chester French shown on the stamp stands in the National Historical Park in Concord, Mass. -
US Stamps Feb 27, 2024, 2 PM
Linn’s Most Influential Companies in Philately special edition
by Jay BigalkeThe companies selected for inclusion in the publication were chosen by the Linn’s team at Amos Media Co.