common1900-1945

Captain Cook Hawaii Sesquicentennial Airmail Stamp

Name: Captain Cook Hawaii Sesquicentennial Airmail Stamp
Brand: United States

United States · 1928 · 2 cents

This 2-cent airmail stamp commemorates the 150th anniversary of Captain James Cook's discovery of the Hawaiian Islands. It features a portrait of Captain Cook, the British explorer who first encountered the islands in 1778.

Issued in 1928, this stamp celebrates a significant moment in Hawaiian history, marking the sesquicentennial of Captain Cook's arrival and the subsequent impact on the islands.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

captain-cook hawaii sesquicentennial airmail exploration

Catalog Numbers

scottC7a

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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