Month: November 2024
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Rare Stamp Finds: Tracking Professor Segno’s Global Mail Network
Read More: Rare Stamp Finds: Tracking Professor Segno’s Global Mail NetworkPresentation 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
Read More: Canada’s Money Letters: Precursors to Registered MailPresentation 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
Read More: Greek Philately During WWII: A Study of Occupation, Resistance, and Liberation StampsWorld 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…
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The 1966 World Cup: A Tale of Stamps, Theft, and Triumph
Read More: The 1966 World Cup: A Tale of Stamps, Theft, and TriumphIntroduction The 1966 FIFA World Cup holds a special place in football history. Hosted by England, it was a tournament filled with memorable moments, unexpected twists, and a story that transcended the pitch. Beyond the matches, the event was celebrated worldwide through philately, with numerous countries issuing commemorative stamps. This blog post explores the fascinating…
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Commemorating the Union – Greece’s 1939 Ionian Islands Stamp Set
Read More: Commemorating the Union – Greece’s 1939 Ionian Islands Stamp SetIn 1939, Greece issued a remarkable set of stamps to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Ionian Islands’ unification with Greece. These stamps not only celebrate the islands’ incorporation into Greece but also pay homage to the history, culture, and unique identity of the Ionian Islands themselves. In this postscript to his previous presentation, Allan…
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Understanding the Inconsistencies in the Scott Catalog: A Technical Analysis by Phil Pritchard
Read More: Understanding the Inconsistencies in the Scott Catalog: A Technical Analysis by Phil PritchardThe world of philately is intricate, with layers of complexity that both fascinate and frustrate collectors. One such complexity lies in the use of major and minor catalog numbers within the Scott Catalog, a cornerstone reference for stamp enthusiasts. Phil Pritchard, a dedicated completist collector, delves into this issue, highlighting the challenges and inconsistencies that…
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The Mystery of the “Frankenstein” Cover: A Lesson in Philatelic Fraud
Read More: The Mystery of the “Frankenstein” Cover: A Lesson in Philatelic FraudCollecting rare covers offers the thrill of uncovering stories from history, but sometimes those stories come with hidden twists. In this blog post, we explore a lesson from philatelist Edward Grabowski, who recently shared a surprising case of philatelic fraud from his New Caledonia Group Type collection. This tale of a cleverly crafted “Frankenstein” cover…
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The Story Behind the 1959 U.S. Oil Centenary Commemorative Stamp: Honoring the Birth of the Modern Oil Industry
Read More: The Story Behind the 1959 U.S. Oil Centenary Commemorative Stamp: Honoring the Birth of the Modern Oil Industryn 1959, the U.S. Postal Service released a unique commemorative stamp to celebrate the centennial of the American oil industry. Designed with a stark, modern drilling rig, this stamp commemorated the centenary of the first successful oil well drilled in Titusville, Pennsylvania, by Edwin Drake in 1859. Known as the Drake Well, this site marked…
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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…