5¢ DC-4 Skymaster Airmail
United States · 1947 · 5¢
A 5-cent United States airmail stamp featuring a DC-4 Skymaster airplane flying over a stylized globe, with 'AIR MAIL' prominently displayed.
Issued in 1947, this stamp commemorates the rapid growth of airmail services and international air travel in the post-World War II era, symbolizing global connectivity.
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Image: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Post_Office_Department" class="extiw" title="w:United States Post Office Department">United States Post Office Department</a> · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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