uncommon1900-1945

1936 US Airmail Great Seal

Name: 1936 US Airmail Great Seal
Brand: United States

United States · 1936 · 16¢

The stamp features the Great Seal of the United States, depicting an eagle with a shield, holding an olive branch and arrows, against a carmine and blue background.

Issued in 1936, this airmail stamp facilitated the growing demand for airmail services in the United States during the interwar period, reflecting advancements in aviation.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

airmail national-symbols government eagle

Catalog Numbers

scottCE2

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