The Graf Zeppelin Stamp Set

This stamp set pays respect to the first round trip flight of the Graf Zeppelin airmail carrier on May 18, 1930. All mail on the voyage bore the famous “Zeps” stamp which would serve as documentation for eternity of this giant aircraft.

The stamp design shows the giant airship on its journey over the Atlantic Ocean from Europe to America as well as its return flight east into Friedrichshafen, Germany. The Graf Zeppelin was the only known airship to fly completely around the world. The Graf Zeppelin was only taken out of service after the crash of the German airship Hindenburg.

The early years of flight were daring and dangerous. Most of the flights were in unstable planes with very brave pilots. These flight hero’s took a giant leap into the future as they flew their respective birds throughout the sky.

Stamp collectors have been intrigued by both the covers and the stamps since these stamps were issued. The stamps were only available to the public for a mere five weeks and two days, over 70 years ago. They are very scarce and obtaining them would make a true stamp collectors dream come true.

The three stamps featured at http://www.stampcenter.com/ are an amazing find. They are valued at $2,600 but you can purchase them for $1560. You will find the stamps in very nice condition, mint and never hinged. Like all postage stamps, these tell of the wonderful history of our nation’s past. Come and take a peak, you might not be able to resist yourself!