Australia 1929 Airmail 'Swan on Globe'

Australia · 1929 · 3d

This stamp features a striking design of a black swan in flight over a globe, symbolizing the new era of airmail connecting Australia with the world. The design, by R.A. Harrison, was chosen from a public competition and became an iconic representation of early Australian airmail services. It was issued to prepay the airmail fee for the first official Australia-England airmail flight.

Issued on May 20, 1929, this was Australia's first dedicated airmail stamp, marking a significant milestone in the development of the country's postal and transportation infrastructure.