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U.S. Air Force 50th Anniversary Airmail Stamp
common1945-1980

U.S. Air Force 50th Anniversary Airmail Stamp

United States · 1957 ·

The stamp features a jet fighter plane soaring over a globe, commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the U.S. Air Force. Text 'U.S. AIR FORCE' and '50th ANNIVERSARY' are prominently displayed.

Issued in 1957, this stamp commemorates the 50th anniversary of the U.S. Air Force, which was officially established as a separate service branch in 1947. It reflects the post-WWII era's focus on air power and technological advancements in aviation.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

scottC49

Image: Bureau of Engraving and Printing · License: Public domain

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1.5
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$1
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.