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  • Lot# : 498 South Africa

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    South Africa 1911: First South African Aerial Post, illustrated Souvenir Post Card, sent from Kenilworth to Mombasa via Muizenberg, flown 27th December 1911, franked to reverse with Cape of Good Hope 1 d. green tied by 'Kenilworth First Flight' datestamp, with Mombasa arrival alongside dated 15 January 1912, to front with 'Kenilworth / Camp' datestamp 23rd December 1911 and 'Muizenberg / Aerial Post' dated 27th December 1911; card flown from Kenilworth to Muizenber then carried surface mail to Mombasa; has heavy vertical filing crease to right side and some minor imperfections, otherwise fine and scarce example.
    Starting bid : 150 CHF
    Hammer price : 360 CHF