Don Cracks the Case of the Famous CIA Invert Stamp…
in the Stamp Story of the 1980s! In 1986, news of a newly discovered US invert stamp rocked the philatelic world. Invert stamps are some of the most valuable and…
Don Sundman Celebrates 50 Years at Mystic and a Lifetime in Stamps…
Have you heard the news? On April 1, 2024, Mystic president Don Sundman celebrated 50 years at Mystic! Hi, I’m Linda. I work at Mystic and I’m excited to share…
Mystic Stamp Company Named Among the Most Influential Companies in Philately for 2024
In 2024, Mystic Stamp Company was named one of the Most Influential Companies in Philately by Linn’s Stamp News. This honor comes just two years after Mystic’s president, Don Sundman, was named among the Most Influential People in Philately.
Don Shares His Recent Visit to the Smithsonian Air & Space Museum
On Monday, March 18, I was in Washington, DC, for our meeting of the Council of Philatelists for the Smithsonian National Postal Museum (NPM). The council is a great group…
Don Shares His Recent Visit to the National Postal Museum & William Gross Stamp Gallery
Whenever I’m in Washington, DC, (like I was on March 17, 2024) I visit our museum for stamp collectors – the Smithsonian National Postal Museum (NPM). It’s right next to…
Collecting Helps Me Relax
Our stamps have so much to give us. One of the best things is a feeling of peacefulness and relief from stress in uncertain times. This hobby of ours really is the gift of a lifetime!
Maynard Sundman Visits the National Postal Museum
In October 1996, my brother David and I brought our father, Maynard Sundman, to the Smithsonian National Postal Museum (NPM), so he could see this wonderful treasure.
Don Sundman to Receive Smithsonian Philatelic Achievement Award
We’re all quite excited here at Mystic! It was a thrill to hear our own Don Sundman will be honored with the Smithsonian Philatelic Achievement Award this fall during a…
Stamps with Small Flaws
Most collectors can’t tell the difference between a mint stamp and an unused stamp with small flaws. Can you?