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United States 5¢ Winged Globe Airmail

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

United States · 1930 · 5¢

The stamp depicts a winged globe, symbolizing the speed and global reach of airmail service, with 'U.S. POSTAGE' at the top and 'AIR MAIL 5 CENTS' at the bottom.

Issued in 1930, this stamp was part of a series designed to support the expanding airmail service in the United States, reflecting the nation's commitment to modern postal transportation.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

airmail transport globe allegory

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

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1.5

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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