Scott #C13 #C14 #C15 - Mint - 1930 Graf Zeppelin Issues - Page Mounted Set
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Scott C13-C15: 1930 Graf Zeppelin $4.55 Airmail Set – RARE, High-Grade Centering
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to acquire the complete set of the 1930 Graf Zeppelin airmail issue, Scott numbers C13, C14, and C15, in stunning, display-ready condition. This iconic trio represents the high point of U.S. airmail collecting and a thrilling moment in early transatlantic aviation.
Historical Relevance & Limited Issue
Issued in April 1930, these stamps were essential for mail carried on the Graf Zeppelin's grand Europe-Pan American round-trip flight that year. This was a pioneering venture in reliable, luxurious intercontinental travel.
Financial Constraint: The total face value of the set was $4.55, an extraordinary sum during the Great Depression.
True Scarcity: Because of the high price and short sale period, fewer than 7% of the printed stamps were ever sold. The remaining stock was destroyed, making the set genuinely limited.
The $\$2.60$ value (C15) is the rarest, with only 61,296 sold worldwide.
Aviation Landmark: Owning this set means possessing a tangible piece of history that celebrates a monumental, early achievement in global air travel.
Condition & Presentation
This specific set has been carefully preserved and is offered as mounted on its original collector page—a beautiful presentation ready for immediate inclusion in any album.
Exceptional Centering: The set exhibits outstanding visual balance, with centering confirmed at a high grade level (as verified by EZ-Stamp analysis). The colors are intense, and the impressions are sharp.
Integrity of Preservation: The set remains undisturbed on its page to maintain the integrity of its historic presentation. As such, the gum condition (Mint Never Hinged or Mint Hinged) is unverified/unknown, but the front appearance and centering are first-rate.
The Ultimate Trio: The three designs—Zeppelin over the Atlantic (65¢), Zeppelin between Continents ($1.30), and Zeppelin passing Globe ($2.60)—display together beautifully as a single, commanding unit.
Key Details
Scott Numbers: #C13, #C14, #C15 (Complete Set)
Issue Year: 1930
Denominations: 65¢, $1.30, $2.60 ($4.55 total face value)
Color: Green, Brown, Blue
Printing Method: Engraved (BEP)
Classification: Airmail Issue
Collector Appeal
Cornerstone Status: A foundational addition for advanced collectors specializing in U.S. Airmail issues (the C-Series).
"Trophy" Piece: Appeals to collectors who value exceptional front-side visual quality and the historical provenance of a preserved, display-ready set.
Limited Availability: One of the most famous and scarce commemorative sets in U.S. philately.
EZ-Stamp Analysis: Each stamp in this set has been scanned and tested with EZ-Stamp software to provide centering guidance. This is a technical measurement, not an official professional certification. The set is sold uncertified based on its pristine front appearance. Copies of eGrade results are included.
Image Note: The set pictured on its page is the exact, unique item you will receive.
