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Canada 1929 50-cent Bluenose Schooner Stamp
uncommon1900-1945

Canada 1929 50-cent Bluenose Schooner Stamp

Canada · 1929 · 50 cents

This iconic Canadian stamp features a detailed engraving of the Bluenose, a famous fishing and racing schooner, sailing gracefully on the open water. The design captures the vessel's elegance and speed, making it one of Canada's most recognizable and beloved stamps.

Launched in 1921, the Bluenose became a powerful symbol of Nova Scotian pride and Canadian maritime excellence, dominating international fishing races for nearly two decades. The stamp commemorates this legendary ship, which later became a permanent fixture on the Canadian dime.

Catalog Numbers

sg281
scott181
michel225

Image: Wikimedia Commons · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$45
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$30
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$20
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$8
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$3

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