The Difference Between Definitive and Commemorative Stamps
Definitive stamps are sometimes called the “workhorse” of the postal system. They’re also known as regular-issue stamps.
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Discover America’s Rarest Stamp – 1868 1¢ Z Grill
Did you know the 1868 1¢ Z Grill (Scott 85A) is America’s rarest stamp? One of the legends of philately, this Z Grill was purchased by Mystic in October 1998 for $935,000 – setting a record price for a U.S. stamp.
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Different Kinds of First Day Covers
Fleetwood began producing First Day Covers in 1941 with the Vermont Statehood issue. Mystic acquired Fleetwood in 2007 and is proud to continue its tradition of excellence today.
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Famous Collectors
Who’s Delivering Your Mail? What do legendary football coach Knute Rockne, President Harry Truman and the serial killer known as the Son of Sam have in common? If you guessed…
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Special Event Covers
Chances are you’re familiar with First Day Covers, which feature a newly-issued stamp, an official cancellation marking the issue date and often artwork that complements the stamp design. But Special…
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The Famous CIA Inverts
In 1985, news of a newly discovered US invert stamp rocked the philatelic world. It was the first major inverted stamp in 66 years and said to be rarer than the coveted Jenny inverts.
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History of U.S. Stamps
The first U.S. postage stamp began a revolution in communication! And the postal service has been closely tied to our nation’s history ever since – through wars, technological advances and much more.
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The Jenny Invert Plate-Number Block
Discover America’s Greatest Stamp Rarity With Mystic’s Exclusive Booklet The Jenny Invert Plate-Number Block is America’s greatest stamp rarity. It has always been the most sought-after and valuable of the six…
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Mystery of the Grinnell Missionaries
The story of the Grinnell Hawaiian Missionaries reads like a mystery, but it’s a true story, full of real-life drama. For nearly 100 years, their genuineness has been debated. Are…
