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US Air Mail 50c Plane over City
common1945-1980

US Air Mail 50c Plane over City

United States · 1947 · 50¢

The stamp features a propeller plane flying over a stylized city skyline, with 'U.S. POSTAGE' at the top and 'AIR MAIL 50¢' at the bottom.

This stamp was part of a series of airmail stamps issued after World War II, reflecting the growing importance of air travel and mail services in the post-war era. It facilitated faster communication across the United States and internationally.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

scottC59a

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$8
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$5
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$3
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$1.5
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.75

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