5¢ New York City Airmail Stamp

United States · 1948 · 5¢

The stamp depicts the iconic New York City skyline, featuring the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building, with an airplane flying overhead. It is inscribed with 'U.S. POSTAGE', 'AIR MAIL', and '5 CENTS'.

Issued in 1948, this stamp highlights the importance of air travel and postal service in connecting major American cities during the post-World War II era. It celebrates New York City as a prominent hub for airmail.