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13.05.2026 Author: Mihail Petrov

News | The Vatican Issues Stamp Marking the First Anniversary of Pope Leo XIV’s Election

On May 8, the Vatican unveiled a new commemorative postage stamp marking the first anniversary of the election of Pope Leo XIV. Issued by the Vatican Postal and Philatelic Service, the stamp continues the Holy See’s long‑standing tradition of highlighting sign...

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07.05.2026 Author: Mihail Petrov

News | How Unsubstantiated Opinions from Low‑Credibility “Experts” on Social Media Damage the Reputation of Bulgarian Philately

In recent years, social media has become a primary space for communication among collectors. Unfortunately, this has also led to a troubling trend - the spread of unverified claims and personal opinions presented as “expertise” by individuals with no proven qu...

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06.05.2026 Author: Mihail Petrov

News | The Penny Black: The Stamp That Changed the World

Before 1840, sending letters in the United Kingdom was a privilege that few could afford. The cost of a simple letter often equaled a full day’s wage for a working man, and postal rates were calculated based on the number of sheets and the distance traveled. T...

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03.05.2026 Author: Mihail Petrov

News | Excerpt from the forthcoming book “Bulgaria 1879/1881 Issues” by Guido Craveri

This document presents an excerpt from the forthcoming book “Bulgaria 1879/1881 Issues” by Guido Craveri, offering a scientific and evidence‑based clarification of the long‑debated question surrounding the so‑called “Sofia printings.” The author, supported by ...

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02.05.2026 Author: Mihail Petrov

News | BALKANFILA 2026 – Philately Uniting the Peoples of the Balkans

BALKANFILA 2026 was held in Pernik between 29 April and 2 May 2026, bringing together philatelists, collectors, researchers and guests from across the Balkans and beyond. The city’s Palace of Culture hosted the exhibition, which featured exhibits from eleven B...

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25.04.2026 Author: Mihail Petrov

News | The Beauty of Todor Vardzhiev Lives Into the Future

Prof. Todor Vardzhiev, one of the most significant Bulgarian graphic designers and postage stamp artists, passed away on 24 April 2026. His departure marks the end of an era in Bulgarian visual culture, an era in which he stood among its brightest and most aut...

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24.04.2026 Author: Mihail Petrov

News | Plovdiv Marks the Centenary of “Lokomotiv” with an Official Postage Stamp

The people of Plovdiv celebrated the 100th anniversary of football club “Lokomotiv” in an impressive way. A special commemorative postage stamp dedicated to the club’s century‑long history was presented at the City Art Gallery - a gesture that transforms the c...

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18.04.2026 Author: Mihail Petrov

News | Opening of the Exhibition “The April Uprising in Bulgarian Philately”

The exhibition “The April Uprising in Bulgarian Philately” was opened at the Museum of the National Revival in Varna. It is dedicated to the 150th anniversary of one of the most significant events in Bulgarian history. The opening brought together numerous gue...

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17.04.2026 Author: Mihail Petrov

News | How to Remove Sulfurization and Oxidation from a Postage Stamp

If you are an experienced stamp collector, you have probably come across a brown stamp that should actually be orange according to the stamp catalog. Unfortunately, you have not discovered a printing error that would make the stamp worth thousands of dollars. ...

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16.04.2026 Author: Mihail Petrov

News | How Artificial Intelligence and Digital Catalogs Are Modernizing Philately

In recent years, philately has undergone a significant transformation driven by the introduction of new technologies. While traditional stamp collecting remains deeply connected to history, culture, and material heritage, modern digital tools are gradually cha...

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