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EXFILNA 2025 in Cádiz in November

Rafael Acuña Castillo, Secretary General FESOFI and Commissioner General EXFILNA 2025, reports: The 63rd National Philatelic Exhibition EXFILNA 2025 Spanish Philatelic Championship will be held in Cádiz, at El Baluarte de la Candelaria, from…
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Guglielmo Marconi and the Waves of Communication

Vaccari News reports on their Facebook account: On 29 March, the exhibition “Guglielmo Marconi e le onde della comunicazione” [Guglielmo Marconi and the Waves of Communication] opened its doors in Segrate, Milan. The exhibition is curated…
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82nd FSPL Congress in Mamer: New Statutes Approved and Partial Board Restructuring

On Saturday, 22 March 2025, delegates from the stamp collecting clubs organised within the Fédération des Sociétés Philatéliques du Grand-Duché du Luxembourg gathered at Mamer Schlass. The President of the Cercle Philatélique Mamer, Mr.…
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Hellenic Philatelic Federation: New Board of Directors

Following the annual General Assembly and elections on 16 March, the Hellenic Philatelic Federation (HPF) has announced its new Board of Directors for the next two years: President: Christos Gikas Vice President: Nikos Andriotis General Secretary:…

Davit Franco (1952–2025)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Davit Franco on 23 March. Giussepe Davit Franco was born in Istanbul. His journey as an exhibitor began in 1980, when he presented his collection, French Levant Post offices between 1840…

The 30-year quest to catch a national records thief

The following is a summary of a short story published today on the BBC website by David Wallace Lockhart, BBC Scotland correspondent. Dr Alan Borthwick has spent 30 years uncovering how thousands of historical documents from Scotland’s National…
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BOSTON 2026: Additional Boston 2026 Show Hotels Contracted

Two additional properties have signed on to become official show hotels for Boston 2026 World Expo. “Details took a bit longer than expected to work out,” said Boston 2026 Executive Director Mark Butterline, “But the addition of these…
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The Mail of the Spanish Ship Register Envelopes (1778–1853)

A new book by Jesús Sitjà Prats was recently published by the Real Academia Hispanica de Filatelia e Historica Postal (Royal Spanish Academy of Philately and Postal History). The bilingual 236-page book carries the title The Mail Of The Spanish…
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Rossiter Trust Seminar

Instead of an annual lecture, this year the Stuart Rossiter Trust is hosting a Seminar on “What is Postal History?”. An all-day event, it will feature presentations and discussions from a team of six well-known specialist speakers with divergent…
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BOSTON 2026: Online Hotel Reservation System Now Active

Hotel reservations have opened for Boston 2026 World Expo, taking place in fourteen months. Eight official show hotels have been selected from throughout the Boston Seaport district representing Hilton, Hyatt, Marriott, Omni and Yotel chains.…
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David Gentleman: artist and stamp designer

Written by Stuart Aitken and posted on the Postal Museum website. The author gracefully sums up the artist's life in the article's subheader: "With 103 issued stamps and countless additional designs to his name, David Gentleman’s work masterfully…
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NORDIA 2026 in Espoo, Finland

The Finnish Philatelic Society (Suomen Filatelistiseura) and the Philatelic Society of Helsinki (Helsingfors Frimärkssamlare Förening) will organise the Nordic Philatelic Exhibition NORDIA 2026, in cooperation with the Philatelic Federation…
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ITALIA COLLEZIONA 2025

A virtual exhibition is organised under the patronage of the Società Filateliche Italiane (FSFI), aiming to promote philately and stamp collecting in all its forms. The initiative is attributed to the Unione Siciliana Collezionisti di Siracusa…
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DUBAI 2026 World Stamp Exhibition

The DUBAI 2026 Specialised World Stamp Exhibition will be held at the Sheikh Maktoum Hall, World Trade Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from 4 to 8 February 2026. The exhibition will commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Emirates Philatelic…
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EuroPhilEx Birmingham 2025 Press Release No. 8

EuroPhilEx 2025 – the key facts The international stamp exhibition, EuroPhilEx Birmingham 2025, hosted by the United Kingdom, will be held in Hall 9 of the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham from Wednesday, 7 May, until Sunday, 11 May…
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EuroPhilEx Birmingham 2025 Press Release No. 7

Exhibits to interest everyone With nearly 2,000 frames of displays provided by collectors from forty countries, there will be something to draw the attention of every visitor to EuroPhilEx 2025, the international stamp exhibition being held…
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Balkanfila Newsletter No. 7

Christos Gikas of the Balkanfila Working Group sent out their latest newsletter yesterday. In its 33 pages, we read about recent philatelic exhibitions, an interview with Ion Chirescu, the FEPA Awards 2024, the Turkish Philatelic Academy, recently…
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BOSTON 2026 Promotional Stamps Announced

Received from Thomas M. Fortunato, BOSTON 2026 Public Relations Chair, on 6 March: The issuance of postage stamps honoring Boston 2026 World Expo has been announced by the United States Postal Service, the major sponsor of the event. The March…
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2,466 Reasons to Attend Virtual Stampex 2025

The latest from PTS and Stampex: Last year, we brought you 1,050 reasons to attend Virtual Stampex. With more Talks, Displays, Specially Selected Shop Items, Giveaways, and new features, there are even more reasons to attend the show this…
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EuroPhilEx Birmingham 2025 Press Release No. 6

Royal Mail at EuroPhilEx 2025 Royal Mail will have a stand at EuroPhilEx 2025, the international stamp exhibition being held at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, from Wednesday, 7 May, until Sunday, 11 May. On sale will be a new…
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The new JUNGE SAMMLER with the theme ‘Religion’

On 1 March we received the latest Press Release from Axel Brockmann, the editorial office of Junge Sammler: The new JUNGE SAMMLER is on its way to its readers with the special topic of religion. The magazine is intended to help find exhibits…
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FEPA Seminars at EuroPhilEx 2025

Two FEPA Seminars will be held at EuroPhilEx in the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, between 11.00am and 3.00pm on 9th May 2025, Meeting Room 3. 11.00am: Paul Leonard – Assisting Expert Committees through the use of forensic philately Genuine…
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AUSVIPEX 2025 Virtual Philatelic Exhibition

AUSVIPEX 2025 has been announced on Social Media. We read from the exhibition website: In today’s digitally connected world, the Australian Virtual Multi-frame Philatelic Exhibition (AUSVIPEX 2025) highlights how traditional hobbies can flourish…
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Ideas for Membership Growth

ABPS Public Relations Officer, John Davies, sent us today the following Press Release: IDEAS FOR MEMBERSHIP GROWTH Whilst some Societies are reporting declining membership, others are thriving. So, what makes the difference? The answer can…
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URUGUAY 2025 Awards List

URUGUAY 2025 FIP World Stamp Exhibition concluded last night following the Palmares Dinner and Awards Ceremony at the Enjoy Hotel in Punta del Este. Grand Prix International Winner: Pablo Alejandro Reim (Argentina), Republica Argentina…
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VIRTUAL STAMPEX: Display Your Way!

Here is the latest from VIRTUAL STAMPEX, 6–8 March 2025: There is still time to be part of this fun way to Display and exhibit, to share your passion, to get feedback, and to inspire others. It is free to Display! There are no rules! You…
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SAVPEX 2025 Virtual One and Two Frames Exhibition

The Philatelic Federation of South Africa invites philatelists from around the world to participate in the 10th SAVPEX, the annual South African Virtual Philatelic Exhibition. Entries and payment are to be received by 30th April 2025 and scans…
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19th UPU Competition Class 2024

Back in 2008, at the EFIRO 2008 World Stamp Exhibition in Bucharest, the UPU and FIP developed a competition between postal operators, which presented their contemporary postage stamps in one-frame, 16-page exhibits. The competition has continued…
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Distribution and Delivery of Mail in Spain

New publication by the Royal Hispanic Academy of Philately and Postal History (RAHFeHP): The book titled Distribución y entrega de la correspondencia en España / Desde épocas prefilatélicas a nuestros días / Apartados, Carteros y Lista…
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EuroPhilEx Birmingham 2025 Press Release No. 5

Events linked to EuroPhilEx 2025 Several events will be taking place during EuroPhilEx 2025, being held at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham from Wednesday. 7 May until Sunday, 11 May. On Thursday, 8 May there will be a reception…
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La Fête du Timbre 2025: 8–9 March

From the French Federation (FFAP) website: La Fête du Timbre 2025: the Stamp is performing acrobatics in 2025; the first stage of a new four-year cycle dedicated to Street Arts. "Jugglers and acrobats" will be in the spotlight in 84 towns…
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The 2025 Signatories to the Roll of Distinguished Philatelists

From Jon Aitchison, Keeper of the Roll of Distinguished Philatelists: At the meeting of the Board of Election of the Roll of Distinguished Philatelists on 6 February 2025, it was unanimously agreed that the following philatelists be invited…
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EuroPhilEx Birmingham 2025 Press Release No. 4

Societies strongly support EuroPhilEx Many philatelic societies based in the United Kingdom will be supporting EuroPhilEx 2025, the stamp exhibition being held at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham from Wednesday, 7 May to Sunday,…
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Last Few Opportunities at MIDPEX 2025

MIDPEX 2025 Warwickshire Event Centre, Leamington Spa, CV31 1XN 5th July 2025, 10:00am – 4pm There are only a few spaces remaining for dealers and societies to sign up for MIDPEX, sponsored by Cavendish Philatelic Auctions Ltd. This is a…
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FEPA News magazine February 2025 is now online

The Federation of European Philatelic Associations (FEPA) released this morning the February 2025 issue of FEPA News magazine featuring: News from FEPA Exhibition News Forthcoming Exhibitions FEPA Exhibiting Developments…
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The FEPA Awards for 2024

The FEPA Board is delighted to announce that the following medals have been awarded for 2024: THE FEPA MEDAL FOR EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE TO ORGANISED PHILATELY, 2024 Awarded to: BRUNO CREVATO-SELVAGGI RDP (Italy) Dr Bruno Crevato-Selvaggi’s…
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AMSIPEX-25 Webinar on 18 February

Six speakers will participate in a five-hour, nonstop webinar organised by AMSIPEX-25 in celebration of 18th February, World Air Mail Day. 12:00-12:30 CET: Inauguration 12:30-13:10 CET: Terry Hare Walker, "Imperial Airways Route to India 1927-29" 13:00-13:50…
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A ‘Navigation’ collection from Crete visits the Ljubljana Post Office

The Slovenian Philatelic Association has notified us that, from 5 to 28 February, an exhibition titled Navigation will take place in the lobby of Post Office 1101, Ljubljana, Slovenia. The exhibit is part of the Maritime Museum of Crete's permanent…
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Considering Auxiliary Markings

We've picked this up from Dr Gregg Redner's FB account: The Auxiliary Markings Club and the Philatelic Specialists Society of Canada announce the publication of a major, joint, open source publishing project - ‘Considering Auxiliary Markings’,…
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BERNABA and MULTILATERALE 2025 in May

BERNABA and MUTILATERALE 2025 organisers have sent us the following newsletter: Experience BERNABA 2025, a major national and multilateral Rank I exhibition that brings together collectors and enthusiasts. The multilateral association consists…
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Virtual STAMPEX Talks and Roundtables Announced

The latest press release from the PTS highlights the provisional talks and roundtable schedule: In just 5 weeks, we will open the doors to Virtual Stampex 2025! We are jam packing this show with incredible dealer booths for you to interact…
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BOSTON 2026: U.S. Commissioners Named

Received from BOSTON 2026 on 29 January: Three regional U.S. commissioners have been announced by Boston 2026 World Expo to handle the transport and care of exhibits before, during and after the show. Representing the East is Chris Lazaroff,…
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The latest book list from the International Postal History Library

We have recently received the following information from the International Postal History Library: Please find attached the new list of fascinating postal history studies and books currently available from IPHL vzw. Prices listed include shipping…
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Academus 28

Number 28 of Academus, the annual publication of the Royal Hispanic Academy of Philately and Postal History (RAHFeHP), is now available. The volume features articles contributed by the following members of the Academy: Messrs Rafael Acuña…
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ABRIA 2025: Newsletter #4

We have received the latest ABRIA 2025 newsletter recently distributed by Norbert Sehler. The registration deadline for ABRIA 2025 is approaching. Prospective exhibitors can register until 31 January 2025. The Palmares will take place on 14…
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BOSTON 2026: New Website Online

This is the latest Press Release from Thomas M. Fortunato, BOSTON 2026 Public Relations Chair, received on 22 January: The Boston 2026 World Expo web site has been redesigned as the show nears the sixteenth month before it opens its doors. Boston…
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Volume IV of Airmail and Aerophilately in Spain (1870–1970)

The latest publication by the Royal Hispanic Academy of Philately and Postal History (RAHFeHP) is Volume IV of the Enciclopedia Histórico Descriptiva 'Correo Aéreo Y Aerofilatelia’ – España (1870-1970), written by members Fernando Aranaz…
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Carnets de timbres dans l’air du temps

Through a collection of nearly 200 stamp booklets, posters, and original drawings, visitors are invited to wander among the different formats and messages of this object, reflecting the transformations of French society. The exhibition Stamp…
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Major changes to the Philatelic Literature Review coming up

Susanna Mills, Editor-in-Chief of the American Philatelic Society, is guiding us through the major changes to the Philatelic Literature Review in 2025: The PLR has been struggling to remain self-sustaining for years at its current publication…
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EuroPhilEx Birmingham 2025 Press Release No. 3

Here are the highlights of EuroPhilEx Birmingham 2025 Press Release No. 3: Standholders to meet all needs Visitors to the international stamp exhibition, EuroPhilEx Birmingham 2025, being held at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham…
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Simon Richards takes over as RPSL President

Following the passing of President Mike Roberts in December, the Royal Philatelic Society London has appointed Senior Vice President Simon Richards FRPSL as the new President. The announcement was made on 9 January at the Royal by the immediate…
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URUGUAY 2025 World Exhibition in February

Federación Uruguaya de Filatelia is offering the opportunity to visit Uruguay and its World Stamp Exhibition next month: Explore an unforgettable journey into the world of philately! Collectors and enthusiasts from across the globe will gather…
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New Contributions on Postal Rates in Valencia and Alicante During the 18th and 19th c.

New publication by the Royal Hispanic Academy of Philately and Postal History (RAHFeHP): A monograph by Juan Antonio Llácer Gracia titled Nuevas Aportaciones sobre el Franqueo en las Demarcaciones Postales de Valencia y Alicante Durante los…
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The 2025 recipient of the Alfred F. Lichtenstein Memorial Award

Latest announcement from The Collectors Club, New York: The Collectors Club is pleased to announce that Dr. Yamil H. Kouri, Jr. of Sarasota, Fla. is this year’s winner of the Alfred F. Lichtenstein Memorial Award for Distinguished Service…
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BOSTON 2026 Bulletin 2

BOSTON 2026 World Stamp Show will be held on 23-30 May 2026 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center (BCEC) under FIP recognition, FIAF patronage, and FEPA recognition. Several important parallel exhibitions will run simultaneously, including…
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NORDIA 2025 Bulletin 1

NORDIA 2025 will take place from 12 to 14 September at the MalmöMässan Convention Centre in Malmö, Sweden, located just 300 meters from Hyllie railway station in Malmö. The exhibition is organised by the SFF (Swedish Philatelic Federation)…

Stamp Fun – Showing Your Stamps

Stamp Active have produced their latest publication to assist young collectors who may be interested in producing a stamp exhibit. There is now a new guide to stamp competitions, called “STAMP FUN – Showing Your Stamps”, which can be downloaded…
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BOSTON 2026: Three Million Stamps Needed

We have received the latest press release from BOSTON 2026 Public Relations Chairman Thomas Fortunato. Boston 2026 World Expo calls on all collectors to donate off-paper stamps to build its inventory for use in welcome packets and the youth…

In memoriam: Mike Roberts

The Royal Philatelic Society London announced the loss of their President in a short message from Honorary Secretary Steven Harrison FRPSL on the society's home page: It is with great sadness that I have to announce the death of our President,…

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