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1958 US Airmail Eagle Stamp
common1945-1980

1958 US Airmail Eagle Stamp

United States · 1958 ·

The stamp features a stylized eagle in flight, with its wings spread, against a plain background. 'U.S. POSTAGE' is inscribed at the top, and 'AIR MAIL 5¢' at the bottom.

Issued in 1958, this 5-cent airmail stamp facilitated faster postal delivery for letters and packages across the United States and internationally. It was part of a series of definitive airmail issues reflecting the importance of air travel in post-war communication.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

scottC50

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

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.75
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.3
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.2

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