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ApfelbaumInc.com will join MysticStamp.com

ApfelbaumInc.com will join MysticStamp.com

ApfelbaumInc.com will join and eventually be part of MysticStamp.com. I’m looking forward to sharing with you everything about the world of stamps…

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Apfelbaum, Inc. has found a new home with Mystic Stamp Company

Apfelbaum, Inc. has found a new home with Mystic Stamp Company

We are happy to announce that Apfelbaum, Inc. has found a new home with Mystic Stamp Company.

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Once-Stolen Inverted Jenny Heads to Auction October 30th

Once-Stolen Inverted Jenny Heads to Auction October 30th

The story of the McCoy block is one of the most captivating tales tied to the Inverted Jenny. Stolen in 1955 and partially recovered over the years, this block of four stamps has a rich history.

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The rarest U.S. stamp will be sold June 14. Have you seen our video about Mystic owning the stamp?

The rarest U.S. stamp will be sold June 14. Have you seen our video about Mystic owning the stamp?

I bought the stamp in 1998 to show to collectors. I paid $935,000! Here is a link to my video telling the story.    Here is a link to all…

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Don Sundman Celebrates 50 Years at Mystic and a Lifetime in Stamps…

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…

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Mystic Stamp Company Named Among the Most Influential Companies in Philately for 2024

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.

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Don Shares His Recent Visit to the Smithsonian Air & Space Museum

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…

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Don Shares His Recent Visit to the National Postal Museum & William Gross Stamp Gallery

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…

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Don collecting stamps with his father and brother.

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!

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