The Origin of Postage Stamps: A Glimpse into Postal History
In the vast history of communication, few innovations have had as profound an impact as the postage stamp. This small piece of paper revolutionized the way we send and receive…
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Discover the Charm of Souvenir Sheets
Souvenir sheets are a unique and cherished subset of philately, capturing moments of history, culture, and artistry on a miniature canvas. These special stamps, often issued to commemorate significant events, anniversaries, or notable figures, provide collectors and enthusiasts with a snapshot of the world through time.
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Take a Look at Postmarks
Collecting postage stamps is more than just accumulating pieces of paper; it’s about uncovering stories, histories, and the intricate details that make each stamp unique. One such detail that adds depth and context to a stamp is the postmark.
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Stamp Essays: The Art and History Behind the Stamps
Essays are preliminary designs that play a crucial role in determining the final look of the stamps we know and love.
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This Statue is on an 1883 Hawaii Stamp
This statue of Kamehameha I is on the Big Island in North Kohala, where the king was from. I’m in Hawaii standing with the Kamehameha I statue and, or course, it has…
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What are precanceled stamps?
Modern precanceled stamps are small denominations that have had cancels applied before entering the mail or being affixed to an envelope. Mailers are able to affix them to envelopes and…
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What Are Illegal Stamps?
Illegal stamps are printed without government approval. They may include stamps from non-countries, with a made-up name, or the name of a specific region within a country. Mystic’s policy is…
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Ukraine Postage Stamp Sends Clear Message to Russia
On April 12, 2022, Ukraine made big waves in the news with a new postage stamp picturing a Snake Island soldier flipping a Russian warship the bird. It was Ukraine’s…
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Operation Cornflakes: How Postage Stamps Helped Destroy Hitler
In the early months of 1945, the world had been at war for over three years. Germany appeared to be nearing defeat, but American casualties were mounting as its resources dwindled.
