The first two stamps issued were surprisingly expensive, including a five-cent stamp (almost $2 in today's money) that ...

BOISE -- The state of Idaho wiil soon be featured on a new U.S. postage stamp. Former Idaho Gov. Phil Batt and Secretary of State Ben Ysursa will join with postal officials in dedicating the new ...

Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. The United States Postal Service (USPS) has unveiled a new Forever stamp featuring the American flag at a dedication ...

Major stamp auctions are stellar events and none more so than the June 14-15 sale in New York of the key items from the Bill Gross collection, the most complete of United States postage stamp ...

Many collectors today wonder if postage stamps are good investments. While some rare and historical stamps have increased in value over the years, the market can be very unpredictable. Factors like ...

Every year, the United States Postal Service launches several collections of new stamps that are dedicated to holidays, art, famous people and more. This year, Iowa's own Phil Roeder, spokesperson for ...

Stamp collecting — often called philately — is one of the most rewarding and timeless hobbies you can undertake. It allows you to journey through history, geography, art and culture, all within the ...