Current Issue
Fourth Quarter 2026 Edition
Published: October 1, 2026
In This Issue:
- Meeting Calendar for October – December 2026
- In Fond Memory of Steve Mabie
- October 9 Stamp Program: “Expertising Philatelics” by Jimmy Tomchesson (PSAG)
- Mark Your Calendars: San Antonio Stamp Show, October 9–10
- SAPA Annual Blue-Chip Auction, December 11
- SAPA Holiday Party, December 18
- Featured Article: Postal Note Stamps!
- What is a Bourse?
- Something Punny, Talking Stamps, and Error in Stamp Design
- Upcoming TSDA Shows: Mid-Cities Stamp Club Expo, Dallas, Houston
- Coming Soon: a bimonthly schedule beginning January 2027 (hopefully)
How to Receive the PHILATEX
The PHILATEX comes with SAPA membership: every issue is distributed to all members, in print and PDF. To receive each issue, become a member of the San Antonio Philatelic Association.
You don't have to be a member to read it: the current issue and past issues are free to download from this website.
Questions about the newsletter? Contact our editor, Jim Durham, at jsdurham4@gmail.com.
About the PHILATEX
Our Publication's Legacy
The SAPA PHILATEX has been the official publication of the San Antonio Philatelic Association since 1954. It evolved from a club bulletin that was first distributed in 1953.
Over the decades, the PHILATEX has served as:
- A chronicle of club activities and achievements
- A platform for members to share philatelic knowledge
- A resource for collectors in the San Antonio area
- A connection point for the broader philatelic community
Today, the newsletter continues to be published regularly, maintaining its tradition of excellence while embracing modern design and digital distribution alongside print copies for members.
Contributing to the PHILATEX
We welcome contributions from members for upcoming issues. Articles, collecting tips, stamp reviews, and other philatelic content are always appreciated. If you'd like to contribute, please contact our newsletter editor at jsdurham4@gmail.com.
Publication Details
- First Issue: January 1, 1954
- Frequency: Published regularly
- Format: Print and PDF
- Editor: Jim Durham
Submission Deadlines:
Please send material for publication well ahead of the next issue; the editor can tell you the current deadline.