Scott #C24 – 1939 30c Transatlantic Airmail Rate Premium Mint Plate Block of Six
Full Selvage, Plate 22382
$175.00
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Scott C24 – 1939 30¢ Winged Globe Airmail – Premium Mint Plate Block of Six
This premium mint plate block of six from Scott C24, the 1939 30¢ "Winged Globe" airmail issue, is an exceptionally well-preserved example of a classic U.S. high-denomination stamp. Issued to cover the premium rates for International and Transatlantic Airmail service, C24 represents the high cost of early global communication and transportation.
The block includes the full selvage bearing Plate Number 22382, with the typical bright blue color and clean perforations of this issue. Mint multiples of C24 remain popular among collectors of high-rate international airmail, later U.S. C-Series stamps, and classic BEP intaglio designs. This block is offered in pristine mint condition; information on centering and margins is available upon request to provide additional clarity.
Key Details
Scott Number: C24
Issue Year: 1939
Denomination: 30¢
Issue Name: Winged Globe / High-Rate Airmail
Color: Blue
Format: Premium mint plate block of six
Plate Number: 22382
Printing Method: Intaglio (engraved)
Printer: Bureau of Engraving & Printing (BEP)
Classification: Airmail Issue (High-Rate)
Design Notes
Features the Winged Globe design, symbolizing fast, global air service.
Its 30¢ value was critical for meeting Transatlantic and other high-cost international airmail rates.
Popular among collectors of aviation history, 1930s postal themes, and high-denomination U.S. stamps.
Frequently included in specialized airmail collections alongside other high-value C-Series classics.
Collector Appeal
Attractive choice for collectors of:
Transatlantic and International Airmail rates
Premium Mint U.S. Airmail multiples
High-denomination stamp issues
BEP engraved issues
Early aviation-related philately
Strong crossover interest among those collecting U.S. Back-of-Book issues, transportation themes, and late 1930s postal history.
Image Note
The plate block shown is the exact item being offered.
Stored carefully for handling and ready for album placement or protective archiving.
