Own America’s
First Airmail Stamp

On May 13, 1918, a brave new world began in mail delivery – airmail service was introduced.  And with that historic step came the first airmail stamp, #C3, the 24¢ Curtiss Jenny.  

Soon the new service gained in popularity and two more airmail stamps were issued in quick succession.

Learn Why the First Airmail is #C3...

Because the stamps were issued so close together, Scott treated them as a set and numbered them according to denomination.  So the first stamp issued was given the Scott number C3 – because it had the highest value.  Today it’s an important part of any U.S. or airmail collection.

Preserved in Premium Condition by Stamp Collectors for 90 Years

Another remarkable event happened in 1918.  A devoted group of enthusiasts known as stamp collectors had the wisdom and foresight to save some of those historic first airmail stamps.  These collectors took very good care of our #C3s, as did the collectors who followed.  As if transported through time, #C3 stamps still exist in the pristine condition in which they were issued.  Think of the consideration, the caring hands and the time spent making it possible for you to have this opportunity to own America’s first airmail stamp.