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Bruce Lee Forever Stamp – USPS Honors a Martial Arts Legend

The U.S. Postal Service has honored Bruce Lee with a commemorative Forever stamp, recognizing not only an action film icon, but a philosopher, teacher, and cultural bridge-builder whose influence continues worldwide. Unveiled during a First-Day-of-Issue ceremony in Seattle’s historic Chinatown–International District, the stamp pays tribute to the city where Lee first taught martial arts and began shaping the philosophy that would later transform global culture. This issue marks more than a collectible, it marks representation, resilience, and legacy. Stamp Facts … Continue reading →

USPS Route 66 Stamps Honoring 100 Years

The United States Postal Service has announced the release of a new commemorative stamp collection celebrating the 100th anniversary of the legendary Route 66. This special pane includes 16 stamps that pay homage to the historic highway famously known as “The Mother Road.” Featuring photographs by David J. Schwartz, the collection captures memorable scenes, landmarks, and roadside icons along the nearly 2,500-mile stretch. The stamps are set to debut in May as part of the centennial festivities marking the establishment … Continue reading →

The Iconic 1939 Canal Zone Stamps

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Discover the enduring appeal of the 1939 Canal Zone stamps — a historically rich and visually striking series that continues to captivate collectors. Learn what makes Scott #120–135 so iconic, and why these stamps remain highly sought after in the world of philately.

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Peanuts Comics Honored on USA Postage Stamps

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📬 ‘Peanuts’ Commemorated in New USPS Post Stamps The United States Postal Service is celebrating the 100th birthday of artist and “Peanuts” creator Charles M. Schulz with 10 new theme stamps, USPS announced in a press release. Characters from the beloved comic strip and holiday specials include Charlie Brown, Lucy, Franklin, Sally, Pigpen, Linus and more including, of course, Snoopy. Source: Nbcdfw.com A social circle of young children is the only thing that receives all of Peanuts‘ attention; adults … Continue reading →

Royal Mail adding barcodes to stamps

Royal Mail are adding barcodes on postage stamps and announced what stamps can be send in to be swapped for barcoded stamps. ‘The move is part of the Company’s extensive and ongoing modernisation drive and will allow the unique barcodes to facilitate operational efficiencies, enable the introduction of added security features and pave the way for innovative services for customers.’ Source What are barcoded stamps used for? The postal group is moving to barcoded stamps as part of its modernisation … Continue reading →

How Sir Rowland Hill’s Postal Reform Changed The World

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Imagine my enthusiasm as I stumbled upon an episode of BBC News podcast titled ‘Postage Stamp‘ inside the series 50 Things That Made The Modern Economy. I really enjoyed listening to this entertaining story on the positive impact Rowland Hill’s creativity had on postal services and happy to share it here with you. ‘In the mid-19th Century, a man named Rowland Hill got fed up with how Britain’s postal service worked, and decided to come up with a new system … Continue reading →

How A Postage Stamp Saved My Life

How a postage stamp saved a postal worker from committing suicide Following the loss of her dear Mom, Meiko S Patton was such in pain that she contemplated suicide. While in depression, an inspired thought suddenly crushed her mind. A thought about a postage stamp. And that thought saved her life. An amazing story that I am thrilled to share because it provides excellent advice on how to improve your mindset, conquer your fears and gain confidence. How a Postage … Continue reading →

Nanaimo Bar on Canadian Postage Stamps

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Sweet Canada: PermanentTM Domestic stamps – Booklet of 10 Canadian culinary history is featured in a booklet of PermanentTM domestic stamps dishing up the origins of five delicious Canadians desserts and takes you on a tasty trip from coast to coast. Discover Nanaimo bars, Saskatoon berry pie butter tarts, tarte au sucre (sugar pie) and blueberry grunt. The odd-shaped stamps are arranged on a fun recipe card background. The back of the booklet also features a recipe box motif. The … Continue reading →

Stamp collection is a popular hobby in Vietnam

IN THE NEWS: VietNamNet Bridge VietNamNet Bridge – Stamp collection is a popular hobby in Vietnam that attracts many people from amateurs such as students and retirees to professionals. They collect used stamps with postmarks or new stamps without postmarks, or both to their liking. An elderly man identified as Duc in HCMC’s Go Vap District says a lot of people prefer collecting stamps. Anyone can easily possess a collection of their own. However, there are not many collectors … Continue reading →

John du Pont’s Extraordinary Collection of Falkland Islands Stamps

In the Philatelic News The Falkland Islands collection of notorious philatelist John E du Pont features extraordinary rarities Source: Paul Fraser Collectibles, Dec 2012 Ahead of a film about his life starring Steve Carell, the John E du Pont Collection of Falkland Islands stamps will be offered at a special March 7, 2013 auction in London. 1c British Guiana stamp The 1c British Guiana stamp is often mistaken for an altered 4c magenta Du Pont is renowned throughout the … Continue reading →

Is Stamp Collecting a Hobby for Kids and Retirees?

Just stumbled upon this article featured on AdvisorOne.com about the stamp collecting hobby and thought you would like to read as well. The Sticky World of Stamp Collections by Ed McCarthy, CFP January 21, 2013 Some top investors, including PIMCO’s Bill Gross, and plenty of history buffs think it’s a worthwhile pursuit, though not necessarily a profitable one. If you believe that stamp collecting is merely a hobby for kids and retirees, think again. The American Philatelic Society (APS) in … Continue reading →

Postage Stamps a Risk-Free Investment?

. About John Gray’s Point of View: Why sales of stamps flourish in tough times. This great article featured on BBC News Magazine covers the subject in a very unique perspective! ” As well as being a risk-free investment that guarantee a real rate of return, postage stamps provide a unique way for people to insure against an uncertain future, says John Gray. Back in April of this year there was a run on postage stamps. Not the Penny … Continue reading →

Knowledge And Fun With Topical Stamp Collecting at Philpex 2012

Id like to share with you today an article featured in the Philippine Daily Inquirer, written by Jeannette I Andrade, about storytelling with thematic postage stamps. Enjoy! Hobbyists offer view of the personal, plus history through stamps By Jeannette I. Andrade Philippine Daily Inquirer Before children of the new generation forget how a stamp looks like, postage stamp collectors and the Philippine Postal Corp. (Philpost) have teamed up and brought out their treasured compilations for the public to see … Continue reading →

Did you know Warren Buffett Enjoyed Stamp Collecting In His Youth?

Well, believe it or not, he did! Wow…that’s great news. 🙂 I’ve learned about it this morning when reading Paul Fraser’s article “Warren Buffett: how stamp collecting bred one of the world’s richest men – and great altruists” . Great reporting which leads us right into Warren Buffet’s own article published yesterday in The New York Times: “Stop Coddling the Super-Rich“, which triggered a worldwide wave of conversations on Twitter! . I wonder if Warren … Continue reading →

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