#C13-15 ORIGINAL "GRAF ZEPPELIN" MINT SET OG NH VF 1930 Start Price USD 3,495.00 Current Price USD 3,495.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Wednesday, September 17, 2008 End Time Friday, October 17, 2008 Location Almost Heaven WV See more about '#C13-15 ORIGINAL "GRAF ZEPPELIN" MINT SET OG NH VF 1930' Description On April 19, 1930,the USPS issued what has nowbecome the world famous"Graf Zeppelin Issue".Offered from a private collectionfor the serious and discerning collector:a superb set of all three stamps including the65c green Zeppelin over Atlantic Ocean,$1.30 brown Zeppelin between Continents,and $2.60 blue Zeppelin passing Globe.They are commonly referred to as the "Zeps".They were issued for use on mail carried on the firstEurope-Pan-American round-trip flight of Graf Zeppelin,May, 1930.Scarce stamps such as these are seldom offered for sale,and are becoming much harder to obtain.As you can plainly see for yourself from the photos below,this set has rich color, all original gum, is very nicely centered,and has never been hinged.Simply stated:superb stamps of this highest quality should gradein the upper range for thousands of dollars!The statements above about grade are strictly my opinion,but it is very evident that these are some of thefinest examples of early U.S. Airmail stamps!Please judge the stamps condition yourself basedon the many pictures provided below!As the years pass by,most of the rare Zeppelins in this choice conditionare being tucked away in serious philatelist's collections.They would not only make a wise investment,but a very desirable and historical set to be passed on from generation to generation.(please see photos below) Thank you for looking, and please check my other auction listings for more stamps, covers, coins, comic books, ties, plus many other items of interest. This item requires both a $2.20 Signature Confirmation,and Registered Mail charge with insurance,which is reflected in the shipping and handling costs.Shipping discounts are available, for multiple item purchases. Payment is expected by PayPal within 5 business days.United States Postal Service Money Orders are acceptable,but shipping will be delayed until receipt of payment. Items will be shipped via USPS First Class or Priority Mail,or First Class or Priority Mail International. All U.S. Mail includes Delivery Confirmation and proof of mailing.  International Mail includes Customs Declaration Number and proof of mailing. All items will be shipped in a padded envelope or USPS Priority cardboard box,with a tracking number for all U.S. shipments. Thank you once again for looking, and please check my other auction listings for more stamps, covers, coins, comic books, ties, plus many other items of interest.   Place a Bid!