1932 (6 June) Australia-India franked India KGV 1a3p, tied on arrival by "Ballygunge Calcutta 1 JY 32" cds. Endorsed "From Darwin 6/6/32" & signed by pilot JM Weir who was attempting to fly to England, but he abandoned the flight in Karachi. Has Lion over "British Flight From Darwin 6 June 1932" cachet front & back, plus final delivery "Park Street/Calcutta" arrival b/s & signed by Stephan A Smith on the same day. AAMC 265. Great rarity of Australian & Indian airmails as only 2 covers were flown & this is the only 1 with the Lion cachet & the only 1 posted in India. 2014 Ceremuga AIEP photo-cert. (P) Estimate A$8000
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Status International from Sydney, Australia is holding 4 - 6 auctions a year of Philatelic & Numismatic items. The emphasis is on Australian and area material as well as All World stamps,... Read More
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