Japan 1952 Airmail, Flying Crane over Lake Ashi

Name: Japan 1952 Airmail, Flying Crane over Lake Ashi
Brand: Japan

Japan · 1952 · 55 yen

This definitive airmail stamp features a graceful depiction of a crane in flight over Lake Ashi. In the background, the iconic silhouette of Mount Fuji rises, creating a classic and serene Japanese landscape. The design beautifully combines elements of nature and national symbolism.

Issued in 1952, this stamp represents Japan's post-war recovery and its re-engagement with international postal services. The imagery of the crane, a symbol of longevity and good fortune, and Mount Fuji, a national icon, conveyed a message of enduring cultural identity and peace.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

birds cranes nature lakes mountains airmail

Catalog Numbers

sg639

scottC39

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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