In May of 1840, England issued the "Penny Black," the first and most important stamp in history. Today, it is one of the most sought-after stamps in the world. In addition to its obvious historic value, the "Penny Black" is prized for its rarity; it was issued for only one year and very few were ever saved. We are not exaggerating when we tell you that millions of collectors search in vain for this stamp, and you rarely see it even in the finest collections. The "Penny Black" features the portrait of Queen Victoria as a young lady. Actually used on English mail over 150 years ago, it was issued without perforations, so each stamp was individually hand-cut at the Post Office. Fine to Very Fine condition. *Individually packaged for display or to be added to your American Historic Society Collector's Album. See Order Form for details. 0560

In May of 1840, England issued the "Penny Black," the first and most important stamp in history. Today, it is one of the most sought-after stamps in the world. In addition to its historic value, the stamp is prized for its rarity: It was issued for only one year and very few were ever saved. The "Penny Black" features the portrait of Queen Victoria as a young lady. Actually used on English mail over 150 years ago, it was issued without perforations, so each stamp was individually hand-cut at the Post Office. Matted in a beautiful 13" x 11" frame. 2305

Sought by collectors around the world, the coveted 50-cent Zeppelin stamp honored Chicago's Century of Progress Exhibition in 1933. Extremely rare, it was issued for only one month, and most of the small number printed were used on mail. It features the greatest airship of them all - the 778-foot Graf Zeppelin. Beautifully mounted in a 9x12 black wood frame with the history of the mint-condition stamp and the legendary airship, this is sure to be appreciated by anyone intrigued by the world of stamps or the history of flight. 2827

Issued for only one short month in honor of Chicago's Century of Progress Exhibition in 1933, this rare 50-cent Zeppelin stamp is coveted by philatelists around the globe. It features the greatest airship of them all, the famed 772-foot Graf Zeppelin, which flew more than one million miles in its nine years of service. Most of the small number printed were used on mail, and very few remain in this Pristine Mint Condition. Dramatically matted in an 9 x 12" frame, it is certain to capture the imagination of any stamp enthusiast or aviation buff. 2304