Record issuance of 35 Famous American stamps
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The Famous Americans series of 35 postage stamps was issued from Jan 1940 to Oct 1940. The political aspects of the stamps and the planning of their issuance are described.
Publication Name: Stamps
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0038-9358
Year: 1992
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U.S. stamps with nicknames
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Many postage stamps have been nicknamed by collectors because of their unique designs. Descriptions of several more commonly known stamps and their nicknames are presented.
Publication Name: Stamps
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0038-9358
Year: 1992
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Find out about your stamps
Article Abstract:
Stamp collecting can be more enjoyable if collectors gain knowledge about the history of the stamp. Sources for discovering the history of particular stamps are presented.
Publication Name: Stamps
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0038-9358
Year: 1992
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