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This article summarizes the 2024 Siegel Rarities Sale, Pt. 3, which featured a variety of rare stamps and covers that were auctioned off. Some notable items included a 15¢ Olive Green plate block, a 4¢ Pan-American Inverted Center stamp, a 10¢ Yellow coil pair, a 6¢ Red Orange on Bluish stamp, a 2¢ Lake block, a 5¢ Rose Error cover, a $2.00 Orange Red & Black plate block, and a 24¢ Air Post complete sheet. The article also provides background information on the production and significance of these stamps. It highlights their rarity and historical importance. [Extracted from the article]

This article summarizes the 2024 Siegel Rarities Sale, which featured a variety of rare U.S. stamps. Notable items included a 10¢ Black stamp from 1847, which sold for $10,500, and a strip of four 5¢ Orange Brown stamps on a cover, which sold for $14,000. The article also mentions a color study of the 3¢ 1851 Issues, which sold for $6,500. Other stamps discussed include a 5¢ Red Brown, a 1¢ Blue Type II, a 12¢ Black, and a 3¢ Pink. The article provides detailed information about the rarity, condition, and sale prices of each stamp. Additionally, the article highlights other rare stamps and philatelic items that were sold at the auction, such as a set of 1869 Pictorial Invert Plate Proofs, a 15¢ Brown & Blue Type II stamp with a center inverted, and a complete reconstruction of a sheet of 1¢ Brown Orange Pictorial 1881 Re-Issue stamps. The article provides details about the rarity, condition, and sale prices of these items as well. [Extracted from the article]

This article provides a brief overview of the Dr. Géza Homonnay Collection of First Issues of the World on Cover, which was auctioned at the Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries. It highlights specific items from the auction, including covers and stamps from various regions such as Germany, German Confederation, German Colonies, Mariana Islands, and Schleswig. The article describes the stamps used, their rarity, and their estimated and realized prices at the auction. The text concludes with advertisements for stamp collecting resources and services. [Extracted from the article]

This article summarizes the March 5 auction at Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries, which featured the Dr. Géza Homonnay Collection of First Issues of the World on Cover. The auction included a variety of covers and stamps from different countries and time periods. The article highlights several items that were sold, describing their condition, rarity, and historical significance. Prices for these items ranged from $250 to $18,000. The text provides a brief overview of the covers and stamps, offering some historical context and rarity information for each item. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the recent auction of the Dr. Géza Homonnay Collection of First Issues of the World on Cover by the Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries. The collection featured rarely seen covers with first issue stamps from various countries. The article provides descriptions and auction prices for notable covers, including the Great Britain 1840 1p "Penny Black" strip of four, the Antigua 1867 1p Vermilion strip of five, and the Western Australia 1854 1p Black horizontal pair and 4p Blue. The text also highlights covers and stamps from other countries such as Australia, Barbados, British Columbia & Vancouver Island, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Cape of Good Hope, and London. The article provides detailed information about the condition, cancellation marks, and estimated values of the covers and stamps, as well as insights into their rarity and historical significance. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses upcoming releases from the United States Postal Service (USPS) in June. These releases include stamps featuring sea turtles, American flags, horses, and the 250th anniversary of the arrival of the first Shakers in America. The stamps aim to raise awareness about various topics and showcase the work of different photographers and artists. The article also provides information on the designs and the locations of the First Day of Issue Ceremonies. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses upcoming stamp releases by the United States Postal Service (USPS). One of the stamps will commemorate the First Continental Congress, a meeting of delegates from 12 of the Thirteen Colonies in 1774. The Congress discussed how the colonies could collectively respond to British actions and agreed on a boycott of British goods. Additionally, the article mentions the release of holiday stamps, including ones for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa. The stamps feature various designs and will be issued in different quantities. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses two upcoming stamp issues by the United States Postal Service (USPS) that will be released at the Great American Stamp Show. The first issue features 10 typographic designs by different artists, each with a single word as the prominent element. The stamps have a round shape and give the appearance of three-dimensional pinback buttons. The second issue, called Autumn Colors, features 10 stamps with photographs taken in various locations around the United States. Both stamp issues aim to add cheer and celebrate the beauty of fall. [Extracted from the article]

The U.S. Postal Service will issue a commemorative stamp on July 22 to honor Alex Trebek, the longtime host of Jeopardy!. The stamp features a design resembling the Jeopardy! playing board, with the prompt "This naturalized U.S. citizen hosted the quiz show 'Jeopardy!' for 37 seasons" and the correct response "Who is Alex Trebek?" The stamp also includes category headers and a photograph of Trebek with a portion of the Jeopardy! set. Trebek, who was born in Canada in 1940 and became a naturalized American citizen in 1988, hosted Jeopardy! from 1984 until his death in 2020. [Extracted from the article]

The United States Postal Service (USPS) will release a Dungeons & Dragons pane of 20 stamps on August 1 at the Gen Con Indy 2024 gaming convention in Indianapolis. Gen Con is a gaming convention that has been around for over 50 years and is known as the place to go to experience "The Best Four Days in Gaming." The USPS will commemorate the 50th anniversary of Dungeons & Dragons at the convention, unveiling the stamps and offering activities and retail sales at Lucas Oil Stadium and the Indianapolis Main Post Office. Entry into Gen Con requires the purchase of a pass, but the Post Office will hold retail sales and cancellations for collectors and others who do not wish to purchase passes. The stamps celebrate Dungeons & Dragons as a cultural phenomenon that has brought a new type of collaborative storytelling game to tabletops worldwide. [Extracted from the article]

The article announces two upcoming first-day issues of stamps in Mississippi. The first issue, called Carnival Nights, features colorful stamps depicting various rides and attractions at a summer carnival. The first-day-of-issue ceremony will be held at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center in Biloxi. The second issue is a Duck stamp, which is not a postage stamp but is required for waterfowl hunters and can also be used for free admission to national wildlife refuges. The design for the 2024 Duck stamp is an oil painting of a northern pintail by Chuck Black. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses two new stamp issues by the USPS. The first issue is a set of 16 stamps featuring photographs by Ansel Adams, a renowned artist known for his black-and-white images of the American landscape. The stamps showcase some of Adams' most famous works and highlight his contribution to photography as a fine art. The second issue is a $1 Floral Geometry stamp, part of a collection that offers an elegant and contemporary look to mailings. The stamp features overlapping geometric shapes that mimic the symmetry of floral patterns found in nature. The article provides details about the design and creation of both stamp issues. [Extracted from the article]

The U.S. Postal Service has issued a commemorative stamp honoring former First Lady Betty Ford, known for her support of women's rights and her openness about her health challenges. The stamp was dedicated by Amber McReynolds, vice chair of the Postal Service's Board of Governors, and attended by Betty Ford's daughter, Susan Ford Bales, among others. In addition, the Postal Service has also released a stamp to raise awareness about manatees, a threatened species found primarily in Florida. The stamp features a West Indian manatee underwater, accompanied by freshwater fish. [Extracted from the article]

The article titled "Be Thankful" discusses the author's appreciation for the personal interactions and communication that exist within the stamp collecting hobby. The author contrasts this with the impersonal nature of many websites and communication systems, particularly those designed by techies for corporate purposes. The author emphasizes the value of being able to contact organizations and receive a response from a human being, rather than a machine. The article also highlights the personal nature of interactions between collectors and dealers, whether through phone, mail, email, or in-person exchanges. Overall, the author expresses gratitude for the personal and enjoyable aspects of the stamp collecting hobby. [Extracted from the article]

The article titled "A World View From Stamps" discusses the educational value of stamp collecting, particularly in terms of world geography and history. The author highlights the significance of stamps in understanding the past and present existence of various stamp issuing entities, as well as the overprints that indicate nations taking over other nations. The article also emphasizes the importance of knowing the history and geography of different countries in order to comprehend current political relationships. The author suggests that stamps can serve as a starting point for those who are curious about the world and its history. [Extracted from the article]

The political and economic uncertainty in Russia has led to an unprecedented rash of conspiracy theories, with several opposing factions accusing each otherof instigating some plot or another. The conservatives charge that their opponents are in collusion with the West to destroy the nation. On the other hand, both liberals and radicals charge that the communists are planning to take over the government. The increased prevalence of conspiracy theories reflects a desire among Russian politicians to find someone to blame as the situation deteriorates.

Perry's mistake was to offer to match any bona fide offer Robey would receive, thinking that he had Robey's agreement to granting him the right of first refusal, but leaving it open to Robey} s reneging on his word if it even had been given. Finally, we have this promissory note signed by William T. Robey, which accompanied a letter from C. A. Oswell to Elliott Perry, discussing how to get Robey to pay Perry for an outstanding philatelic debt. Instead, Perry tried calling Robey by phone later that evening, unsuccessfully at 10:30 p.m. and then again at 11:00 p.m., when Robey answered the call and a discussion took place. 25 May 2021 U.S. Stamp News On March 31 the Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries offered a fascinating holding of Letters related to the discovery of the 1918 Airmail Invert by William Robey. [Extracted from the article]

It shows a "Hawkins 34 Cts." manuscript postmark and rate for a double letter sent between 201 and 250 miles., and contained a letter that was datelined Knoxville, June 6, 1793. U.S. Stamp News 26 April 2021 On December 15, 2014 the Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries sold the George J. Kramer Collection of U.S. Domestic Mails, 1776-1869. Concluding this study of the U.S. Mails through one man's collection, we come to a blue folded letter with a "Luk fah tah C.N. April 4th/62." manuscript Choctaw Nation postmark and "Paid 5" Confederate rate written in a different hand than that in which the address was written. [Extracted from the article]

This article from Mekeel's & Stamps Magazine discusses the story of Richard Halliburton and his ill-fated adventure aboard the Sea Dragon, a Chinese junk. Halliburton, an American traveler and author, hired a crew to sail the Sea Dragon from Hong Kong to San Francisco, but the expedition encountered numerous problems and was struck by a typhoon. Despite a search effort by the U.S. Navy, the junk was never found. The article also mentions Halliburton's famous swim of the Panama Canal and his documentary series that aims to inspire others to chase their own horizons. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses three different stamp releases by the USPS in March. The first stamp celebrates bluegrass music, a uniquely American genre that blends various musical styles. The second set of stamps showcases the flora of America's spring and summer gardens, with a focus on the role of hummingbirds in pollination. The third set of stamps, called Celebration Blooms and Wedding Blooms, features brightly colored flowers and is suitable for spreading good cheer on various occasions. [Extracted from the article]

The U.S. Postal Service recently honored 10 individuals who played a crucial role in guiding enslaved people to freedom through the Underground Railroad. The dedication ceremony for the stamps took place at the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Visitor Center in Church Creek, Maryland. The stamps feature portraits of key figures such as Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglass, and William Still. The Underground Railroad was a secret network of routes and safehouses used before the Civil War to help enslaved people escape slavery. The stamps aim to celebrate the resilience and bravery of those involved in the Underground Railroad. [Extracted from the article]

The United States Postal Service (USPS) recently honored the late John Wooden, a legendary basketball coach, with a commemorative postage stamp. The stamp features a portrait of Wooden and a player defending a shot in the background. Wooden, also known as the "Wizard of Westwood," won ten NCAA national championships and had a record seven consecutive wins. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as both a player and a coach. The stamp will be issued as a Forever stamp in panes of 20, with 18 million scheduled for production. [Extracted from the article]

The bottom cover was described as "caught by alert postal employee, returned to sender (address on back) for postage due of .01-1/2 to make .02 first class rate, credit given for only one of the half-cent stamps." Top shows former .01 third class envelope uprated to new .01-1/2 rate, no date in cancel required. Alton postmaster on instructions from D.C., held each one for 1/2 cent due, but not having new postage due half-cent used his regular half-cent stock.". [Extracted from the article]

It is unlikely that a wide margin mint stamp would be used, particularly since used 315s are much more valuable [$1,400 SCV vs. $300 o.g. SCV and $2 SCV for a used 304. U.S. Stamp News 16 March 2021 Viewing Collections: Viewing the Siegel December U.S. Auction by John F. Dunn On December 15-18, Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries conducted a sale of U.S. and Hawaii Stamps and Postal History. They were cut up into one set of blocks of eight, two sets of blocks of four, pairs and singles. Per the auctioneers, the $16,120 Scott value as plate blocks of 12 and blocks of four does not adequately convey the rarity of this set. [Extracted from the article]

February 19, 2021 Mekeel's & Stamps MAGAZINE 6 Viewing Collections: Viewing the Antizzo Revenue Stamped Paper by John F. Dunn On October 23 Robert A. Siegel Auction Galleries presented for auction the Joseph Antizzo Collection of Embossed Revenue Stamped Paper, giving us a chance for an in-depth study of this not-often covered area. [As you can see, Revenue Stamped Paper rarities do not have the following and do not draw the prices that Revenue stamp rarities draw.]. [Extracted from the article]