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US Air Mail 50 Cents Plane over Mountains
uncommon1900-1945

US Air Mail 50 Cents Plane over Mountains

United States · 1941 · 50¢

The stamp features a propeller plane flying over a rugged mountain range, with 'U.S. POSTAGE' at the top and 'AIR MAIL 50 CENTS' at the bottom.

This stamp is part of a series issued to facilitate airmail service in the United States, reflecting the growing importance of air travel for mail delivery in the mid-20th century, particularly during the World War II era.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

scottC58b

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$100
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$60
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$30
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$15
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$5

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