February 20-22, 2026 marks an exciting milestone for Americana Stamps. For the first time, we will be hosting a booth at the San Diego Stamp Show 2026 , and we are bringing the entire Winter 2026 Auction with us!
Live bidding for the Winter 2026 Auction will open on February 20 and every lot in the sale will be available for in person preview at Booth 26.
If you are attending the show, we invite you to stop by, explore the material, and experience the sale up close before live auction dates on March 20 to 22
Preview the Full Winter 2026 Auction
We are excited to present the Winter 2026 Sale, our first auction of the year and another step forward in our ongoing effort to elevate the Americana Stamps auction experience for collectors.
Bidding will open on February 20, the first day of the San Diego Stamp Show, with live auction sessions scheduled for March 20 – 22. Throughout the weekend, you will be able to preview every lot in person at Booth 26.
The Winter 2026 sale features strong sections in:
- U.S. Stamps
- U.S. Postal History
- Carriers and Locals
- Western and Eastern Expresses
- Civil War Postal History
- Worldwide Stamps & Postal History
- Airmail
This sale also reflects continued improvements to our auction platform, designed to help bidders feel informed and confident as they prepare to participate. More than 400 lots are accompanied by Philatelic Foundation certifications, with certified items clearly identified within the sale.
Stay tuned this week for a follow up email when the Winter 2026 Auction officially opens for bidding.
You can Register to Bid now to be ready once the sale opens.
Winter 2026 Auction Highlights Presentation
On Friday, February 20 from 2:00 to 3:00 PM in the Aqua 314 Meeting Room, Angelo will present:
Americana Stamps Winter 2026 Auction Preview and Highlights
During this presentation, Angelo will share selected highlights from the Winter 2026 Auction, exploring the stories, history, and research behind several standout lots. Even if you are not planning to bid, this session offers an opportunity to experience exceptional material, gain insight into the research behind the sale, and enjoy the educational side of philately.
Visit Americana Stamps at Booth 26
We would love to see you at the San Diego Stamp Show. Stop by our booth preview the full Winter 2026 Auction in-person, attend our highlights presentation, and spend a little time with our team. And if you are thinking about consigning, come say hello! We are happy to make time to review material, answer questions, and talk through next steps.
We look forward to seeing you all at the show!
Visit our Show Schedule page for updates on presentations and future shows.