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Lot# 112 - Auction 291-297

  • Lot# : 112 Canada

    First Solo Flight, Europe to North America 1932 (Aug. 18): Envelope with embossed seal of the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Alie Byrne, dated in manuscript '18th August 1932" and endorsed 'Per Mr. J.A. Mollison" at top, posted and franked on arrival with Canada 3 c. at "Saint John N.B.  Au 20 32" addressed back to Dublin, signed by Mollison with his manuscript note: "Arrived 19.8.32". Fine and scarce item, almost certainly unique.
    Starting bid : 750.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 800.00 CHF