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US Air Mail 20 Cents, Beacon Biplane
common1900-1945

US Air Mail 20 Cents, Beacon Biplane

United States · 1928 · 20¢

The stamp features a biplane in flight, with 'U.S. POSTAGE' at the top and 'AIR MAIL 20 CENTS' at the bottom. The design is framed by a decorative border.

This stamp is part of the early US airmail series, issued to facilitate the growing airmail service. It represents a period of significant development in aviation and postal delivery.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

scottC20

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$12
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$8
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$3
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1.5

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