National Postal Museum To Host Maynard Sundman Lecture Lecture Focuses on Polar Philately and the Wilkes Antarctic Expedition
Press release from Smithsonian National Postal Museum
October 18, 2022
Gold sovereigns with the effigy of Queen Victoria
Queen Victoria is an iconic figure of the 19th century. She had such a great impact on her period that it has been named the “Victorian Era”. For good reason: she was on the throne for over 60 years and had a lasting impact on world history...and on numismatics...
October 13, 2022
The Quebec Old Paper Show
The Quebec old paper show open its doors Saturday & Sunday November 19-20 at the Patro Roc-Amadour
October 12, 2022
A walk through the 1900 Paris Exposition
Welcome to 1900! Paris is abuzz. The World’s Fair is coming to Paris again this year. It was announced on 13 July 1892 and planning has been under way for eight years.
October 4, 2022
Postcrossing, featured by Post Luxembourg
Have you heard of postcrossing? Postcrossing started in Portugal in 2005. It’s an entertaining way to explore the world from home. The idea is to exchange postcards with members from around the world. Post Luxembourg is supporting the project by issuing a themed stamp.
September 28, 2022
Join the European Stamp Exhibition and Polar Salon “LIBEREC 2022” !
European Stamp Exhibition and Polar Salon “LIBEREC 2022” is organized by Svaz českých filatelistů, z.s. (Union of Czech Philatelists) in cooperation with club “Evropská výstava poštovních známek LIBEREC 2022, z.s.”, established for this purpose under FEPA patronage and with FIP recognition.
September 27, 2022
The postcard barometer
We are very pleased that Herbert Fischer has accepted to give you a regular update on the evolution of the postcard collection market on our blog. The articles are produced with the kind support of the Daniel Stade auction house.
September 26, 2022
The Coins of France category gets a makeover
A few months ago, we modified our "Stamps of France" category. This time, it is now the turn of the "French Coins" category.
September 20, 2022
STAMPEX 2022
Stampex 2022 edition will take place next week! 28th September - 1st October. Dear philatelists, don't miss it!
September 20, 2022
The beautiful love story behind one of the rarest of US stamps!
The Blue Boy is a unique stamp and one of the jewels of American philately. That in itself makes it both spectacular and interesting. However, there is also a very beautiful love story behind the stamp. Sébastien tells you the story in this new World of Collecting video!
September 19, 2022