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US Air Mail 25 cent DC-4 Skymaster
common1945-1980

US Air Mail 25 cent DC-4 Skymaster

United States · 1946 · 25¢

The stamp features a Douglas DC-4 Skymaster airplane flying over a stylized globe, with 'US POSTAGE' at the top and 'AIR MAIL 25' at the bottom.

Issued shortly after World War II, this stamp reflects the increasing importance of air travel and airmail services for both domestic and international communication in the post-war era.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

scottC25

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1.5
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.3
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.15

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