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  • Lot# : 124 Ireland

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    1928 (Sept. 13):'Ile de France' - Catapult Mail from Ireland to Canada, registered photocard from Dublin franked with 3s 6½d., with attached green label. "Catapult airmail per SS 'Ile de France' via Plymouth, sent via "London 16 Sep.26" and "New York 9-25 1928" to "Winnipeg Sept. 27". Unfortunately the catapult aircraft had a forced landing into the sea near the Sicilly Islands on Sept. 13. This accident stopped all further flights. A rare Irish acceptance and one of only three items known.
    Starting bid : 500.00 CHF
    Hammer price : 650.00 CHF