Australia 1929 Airmail 'Swan on Swan River'

Name: Australia 1929 Airmail 'Swan on Swan River'
Brand: Australia

Australia · 1929 · 3d

This stamp features a design of a black swan flying over the Swan River in Perth, Western Australia. It was issued to prepay postage for the first official airmail service between Perth and Adelaide. The design is a classic representation of Australian fauna and early aviation.

Issued on May 29, 1929, this was Australia's first airmail stamp, marking a significant milestone in the development of the country's postal and transportation infrastructure.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

airmail birds animals aviation biplanes

Catalog Numbers

sg113

scottC1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$25

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$20

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$15

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$10

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.