Holography is a technique that uses light to create a three-dimensional image. Lenticular printing works by layering multiple images on a plastic lens. When the stamp is tilted, the layers interact, causing the image to shift or move.
Oops! We left Micronesia tropical fish postage stamp sheets on top of a cabinet under a ceiling light and THIS happened! You can easily see which ones were protected under…
Did you know Texas used to have a “marihuana” tax, even though the substance is illegal in the state? The tax was only in place from 1989-2016, and made tax…
At first glance, you might think this stamp has been canceled… But it’s actually a small mistake that sometimes appears on overprinted stamps. During the overprinting process, a hair got…
The United Service Organization (USO) does a lot to support our soldiers. That includes making sure they can send mail home without worrying about postage. Here’s an example of a…
Every so often, we come across stamps with ink colors missing. But have you ever seen a stamped envelope that was only partially inked? Here are three examples, although sometimes…
Have you ever seen a JFK mourning cover? After President Kennedy was assassinated November 22, 1963, countless Americans sent letters of condolence to First Lady Jackie Kennedy. Her private secretaries…