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1942 US Airmail Imprinted Stamp on Envelope

Name: 1942 US Airmail Imprinted Stamp on Envelope
Brand: United States

United States · 1942 · 6¢

The imprinted stamp on this airmail envelope features a left-facing portrait of George Washington. The envelope is addressed to actress Lana Turner.

Issued during World War II, this airmail envelope reflects the importance of rapid communication during wartime. The use of a standard George Washington design on airmail postal stationery was common for the era.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

airmail portrait heads-of-state celebrities

Image: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Post_Office_Department" class="extiw" title="en:United States Post Office Department">United States Post Office Department</a> · License: Public domain

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