Mount Rushmore Airmail
United States · 1974 · 26¢
The stamp features a color illustration of Mount Rushmore, depicting the carved faces of four U.S. presidents against a blue sky. The denomination '26c' and 'U.S. Airmail' are prominently displayed.
This airmail stamp commemorates Mount Rushmore, a significant national memorial honoring four influential U.S. presidents. It was issued to facilitate airmail services while celebrating a prominent American landmark.
Printing Method
Photogravure
Image: <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bureau_of_Engraving_and_Printing" class="extiw" title="wikipedia:Bureau of Engraving and Printing">U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing</a>; Imaging by <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Gwillhickers" title="User:Gwillhickers"><i>Gwillhickers</i></a> · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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