common1900-1945

24-cent Curtiss Jenny Airmail

Name: 24-cent Curtiss Jenny Airmail
Brand: United States

United States · 1918 · 24¢

The stamp features a Curtiss JN-4H 'Jenny' biplane in flight, framed by a red border with 'UNITED STATES POSTAGE' at the top and '24 CENTS' at the bottom.

This stamp was issued for the first regular airmail service in the United States, marking a significant milestone in postal history and aviation. It is famously associated with the 'Inverted Jenny' error.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

airmail transport aviation biplane

Catalog Numbers

scottC3

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$100

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$75

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$50

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$30

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.