William H. Gross Gallery’s First Anniversary
Join Mystic and its family of collectors in congratulating the National Postal Museum on the first anniversary of the William H. Gross Gallery.
Stamp News
Find out what’s new in the world of Stamp Collecting!
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Top Prices Paid for Rare Jenny Invert Stamps
Are you one of the lucky few to find a right-side-up Jenny Invert sheet?
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The Miller Collection & Private Bank Note Stamps
Benjamin K. Miller assembled the first complete U.S. stamp collection in history. His amazing feat was only rivaled later by the daring theft of several of his rare stamps. The theft…
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The Queen’s Own
In celebration of “The Queen’s Own” exhibit at the National Postal Museum, the 2004 annual Sundman Lecture featured Michael Sefi, Keeper of the Royal Philatelic Collection.
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The Art of the Stamp
Kick back and enjoy the 2012 Sundman Lecture, The Art of the Stamp. This video focuses on the art, process, and philosophy of contemporary stamp design. It features speakers from the stamp designing and…
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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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What’s the World’s Rarest Airmail Stamp?
Like it’s more famous American cousin, the Black Honduras represents the earliest days of airmail flight. And like the Jenny Inverts, the stamps were shrouded in mystery and surrounded by intrigue.
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North Korea Stamp News
Mystic and its stamp collectors are unfairly caught up in international politics. The problem stems from an embargo on North Korea stamps that began over 60 years ago.
