uncommon1900-1945

US Air Mail 50¢ Plane over Globe

Name: US Air Mail 50¢ Plane over Globe
Brand: United States

United States · 1941 · 50¢

A 50-cent US Air Mail stamp featuring a stylized airplane flying over a globe, with 'U.S. POSTAGE' and 'AIR MAIL' inscriptions.

Issued in 1941, this stamp reflects the growing importance of airmail services during World War II, connecting the United States with international destinations.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

airmail transport globe

Catalog Numbers

scottC66

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$10

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$1.25

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