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The World's Rarest Stamp Goes on Show in Prague
The only surviving British Guiana 1c Magenta made its first appearance in the Czech Republic this month, as the centrepiece of the Treasures of World Philately III exhibition at Prague's Municipal House.
The United Nations Postal Administration Celebrates 75 Years
The United Nations Postal Administration is marking 75 years since it issued its first stamps in 1951, and we look back at its history, its most collected series, and how UN material tends to fare on the secondary market.
Mondial du Timbre Paris 2026: A Century of International Philately Marked at Porte de Versailles
Paris-Philex 2026 drew collectors, postal operators and stamp dealers to Porte de Versailles. A look at the show's history and this year's highlights.
Macao 2026 Specialized World Stamp Exhibition: A Historic First for the Territory
Macao staged its first FIP-patronaged world stamp exhibition in June 2026, marking the FIP centenary with around 1,500 competitive frames, rare treasures and notable British participation.
A Nation, Stamped: Postmarks, Postcards and India's Census
A look at how India turned everyday mail into a tool for counting its population, and what these census stamps and postmarks mean for collectors.
Ralph Lauren Curates Stamps for America's 250th Anniversary
A look at the unprecedented collaboration between the US Postal Service and Ralph Lauren, who has curated a set of commemorative stamps to mark America's 250th birthday.
Boston 2026 World Expo: The Stamp Show That Only Comes Around Once a Decade
Boston 2026 World Expo opens on 23 May, the once-a-decade US stamp show. Here's what it is, its history, and what to expect this year.
Royal Philatelic Society London Reveals 2026 Crawford Medal Shortlist
Six philatelic titles have been shortlisted for the 2026 Crawford Medal, with the winner to be revealed at the Crawford Festival in London on 17 June 2026.
Remembering Brian Sole FRPSL: A Life Dedicated to Thematic Philately
We look back at the life and remarkable philatelic career of Brian Sole, whose tireless contributions to thematic collecting left a lasting mark on the hobby.