common1900-1945

U.S. Airmail Plane & Map Set, 1926-27 Issues

Name: U.S. Airmail Plane & Map Set, 1926-27 Issues
Brand: United States

United States · 1926 · 10c, 15c, 20c United States

This set features three early U.S. airmail stamps. The 10-cent stamp (C7) depicts a beacon light guiding a biplane, while the 15-cent (C8) and 20-cent (C9) stamps illustrate a biplane soaring over a map of the United States.

These stamps commemorate the early expansion of airmail service in the United States, reflecting the nation's growing investment in aviation and its role in connecting communities across the country.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

airmail aviation planes maps transportation

Catalog Numbers

scottC7-C9

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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.