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US 5¢ Winged Globe Airmail Stamp

Name: US 5¢ Winged Globe Airmail Stamp
Brand: United States

United States · 1930 · 5¢

The stamp features a winged globe design, symbolizing airmail, with 'U.S. POSTAGE' at the top and '5 CENTS' at the bottom.

This stamp is part of the early US airmail issues, reflecting the growing importance of air travel for mail delivery in the early 20th century. It was issued during a period of rapid expansion for airmail services.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

airmail transport globe wings

Catalog Numbers

scottC19

Image: unknown, self scanned · License: Public domain

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$12

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$1.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.75

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