uncommon1900-1945

Curtiss Jenny 16c 1918 Airmail Stamp

Name: Curtiss Jenny 16c 1918 Airmail Stamp
Brand: United States
Availability: InStock

United States · 1918 · 16¢

A green stamp featuring a Curtiss JN-4 'Jenny' biplane in flight, part of the first U.S. airmail issue.

This stamp is a key part of the United States' inaugural airmail service, launched in 1918, which revolutionized postal delivery and marked a new era in aviation.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

airmail transport aviation aircraft

Catalog Numbers

scottC2

Image: Bureau of Engraving and Printing · License: Public domain

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.