Month: July 2024
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Uncovering Mail Fraud Covers: U.S. Parcel Post Postage Due Stamps and Victor Segno’s Scam
Read More: Uncovering Mail Fraud Covers: U.S. Parcel Post Postage Due Stamps and Victor Segno’s ScamIn Edward Grabowski’s presentation on early 20th-century mail order fraud, he delves into the activities of Professor Victor Segno and his Signal Success Club. The focus is on three covers featuring U.S. parcel post postage due stamps addressed to Segno. Grabowski begins by explaining Segno’s fraudulent scheme of sending “success waves” to clients for $10…
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Understanding Offset Lithograph Stamp Printing: A Detailed Guide
Read More: Understanding Offset Lithograph Stamp Printing: A Detailed GuideIn this presenation Arnie Janson elegantly explains offset lithography in stamp printing and stamp varieties that can result from the process. Offset lithography, a key process in modern stamp printing, operates distinctly from engraved or gravure methods. This technique employs metal or polymer printing plates instead of the traditional lithographic stone, focusing on hydrophilic (water-attracting)…
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Philatelic Fantasies: Exploring Imaginary Countries Through Stamps
Read More: Philatelic Fantasies: Exploring Imaginary Countries Through StampsIn Arnie Janson’s presentation on fantasy countries, he delves into the whimsical world of imaginary nations created by philatelists. These fantasy countries, despite being fictitious, possess a structured government, constitution, and postal authority that issues stamps, known as Cinderellas. The presentation highlights various philatelic items from these countries, such as first day covers, postal stationery,…
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Early Stamps of the Middle East Part 3: Lebanon, Alawites, and Latakia
Read More: Early Stamps of the Middle East Part 3: Lebanon, Alawites, and LatakiaIn Allan Smith’s presentation on the early stamps of the Middle East, part three focuses on Lebanon, the Alawites, and Latakia. Allan begins by explaining the geopolitical shifts post-World War I, highlighting the division of the Ottoman territories and the establishment of the French and British Mandates. He discusses the initial use of Egyptian Expeditionary…
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Exploring the Rich History of Basutoland Stamps (1933-1966)
Read More: Exploring the Rich History of Basutoland Stamps (1933-1966)In Sam Vascone’s presentation on Basutoland stamps, he begins by providing a historical overview, explaining that Basutoland, a former British colony in Southern Africa, gained independence in 1966 and was renamed Lesotho. Sam highlights the initial definitive stamps featuring King George VI and local elements like crocodiles and the Drakensberg Mountains. He details the subsequent…
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Rare Stamp Finds: Tracking Professor Segno’s Global Mail Network
Presentation by Edward Grabowski Introduction The world of philately often intersects with history, revealing fascinating stories through the humble medium of postal covers. Over the past several weeks, I’ve come across some intriguing covers connected to Professor Victor Segno, a prominent figure in the early 20th century known for his Success Club and the American…
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Canada’s Money Letters: Precursors to Registered Mail
Presentation by Arnie Janson Before the advent of registered mail, sending valuable items like currency or important documents through the postal system was fraught with risk. In Canada, a unique solution emerged in the early 19th century: the use of money letters. These special letters were marked and handled differently to ensure their safe delivery.…
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Greek Philately During WWII: A Study of Occupation, Resistance, and Liberation Stamps
World War II left its mark on nearly every aspect of life in Europe, and Greece was no exception. For philatelists, Greek WWII stamps tell a unique story of national pride, resistance, and eventual liberation. This article explores how stamps from the Greek-Italian War, the Axis occupation, and the post-occupation resistance periods reflect a turbulent…