The Luff Award is awarded by the
American Philatelic Society
The American Philatelic Society (APS) is the largest nonprofit stamp collecting foundation of philately in the world. Both the membership and interests of the society are worldwide.
History
The organization, originally named the ''American Phila ...
(commonly known as the APS) for meritorious contributions to
philately
Philately (; ) is the study of postage stamps and postal history. It also refers to the collection and appreciation of stamps and other philatelic products. While closely associated with stamp collecting and the study of postage, it is possibl ...
by living philatelists.
Established
The award was established in 1940 in memory of
John N. Luff, distinguished philatelist and president of the APS from 1907 to 1909.
Basis of the award
The recipient of the award must be a living philatelist. Three Luff Awards are usually presented each year
– one each for:
* distinguished
philatelic
Philately (; ) is the study of postage stamps and postal history. It also refers to the collection and appreciation of stamps and other philatelic products. While closely associated with stamp collecting and the study of postage, it is possibl ...
research
* exceptional contributions to philately
* outstanding service to the American Philatelic Society
Honorees
Luff Awards were presented by the society, starting in 1940 and continuing to this day. During some years, awards were not presented for various reasons.
References
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External links
Luff Award
Philatelic awards
Awards established in 1940