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U.S. Air Mail 50 Cents Curtiss Jenny
uncommon1900-1945

U.S. Air Mail 50 Cents Curtiss Jenny

United States · 1928 · 50¢

The stamp depicts a Curtiss JN-4H 'Jenny' biplane in flight over a stylized landscape. It is inscribed 'U.S. POSTAGE' at the top and 'AIR MAIL 50 CENTS' at the bottom.

Issued during the formative years of airmail service in the United States, this stamp reflects the nation's commitment to developing aerial postal routes. The Curtiss Jenny biplane was a pioneering aircraft crucial to the early success of airmail delivery.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

scottC49

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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