Unused adhesive labels intended for postal use offer a unique canvas. Consider an unvalidated receipt for pre-paid postal service, a small, gummed rectangle awaiting a destination. These seemingly simple objects possess inherent... Read more »
Counterfeit or unauthorized reproductions of postage intended for postal use are a significant concern for postal authorities and collectors alike. These reproductions can range from crude imitations to highly sophisticated forgeries that... Read more »
Booker T. Washington, educator, author, orator, and advisor to multiple presidents of the United States, was honored in 1940 with a 10-cent commemorative stamp. This recognition marked a significant milestone in U.S.... Read more »
A Forever stamp represents a pre-paid amount of postage sufficient to mail a one-ounce First-Class Mail letter, regardless of future rate increases. This means a stamp purchased today will always be valid... Read more »
This device provides a convenient method for storing and dispensing rolls of stamps. Typically composed of a sturdy housing, it secures the roll and allows for single stamps to be easily peeled... Read more »
The price of mailing a letter in the United States is subject to change, and information about postal rates for 2024 would typically be announced by the United States Postal Service closer... Read more »
Mail weighing between one and two ounces requires specific postal payment. This weight class often necessitates more than a single standard-rate stamp. A common solution involves combining multiple stamps or using a... Read more »
A “Forever” stamp is designed to cover the cost of First-Class Mail postage for a standard one-ounce letter, regardless of any subsequent price increases. If a letter weighs more than one ounce... Read more »
A miniature artwork commemorating the American Impressionist painter, Mary Stevenson Cassatt, often appears on official postal adhesives issued by the United States Postal Service. These small tributes typically feature reproductions of her... Read more »
A philatelic item depicting imagery related to the city of Barcelona, Spain, can take numerous forms. These can range from definitive stamps issued for everyday postal use featuring iconic landmarks like the... Read more »