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Graf Zeppelin Airship, 50th Ocean Crossing
uncommon1900-1945

Graf Zeppelin Airship, 50th Ocean Crossing

Germany · 1933 · 1 RM

The stamp features the LZ 127 Graf Zeppelin airship flying over a stylized globe, commemorating its 50th ocean crossing. The denomination '1 RM' is at the bottom, and 'DEUTSCHES REICH' is at the top.

Issued in 1933, this stamp commemorates the 50th transatlantic flight of the LZ 127 Graf Zeppelin, coinciding with its visit to the Chicago World's Fair. It highlights Germany's pioneering role in airship technology and international airmail services.

Catalog Numbers

scottC47
michel497

Image: Reichspost of the German Empire · License: Public domain

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$700
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$500
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$300
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$150
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$75

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