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  • Lot# : 4205 Scadta Colombia

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    10 c. green imperforate, fine example in a bright shade on 1920 flown cover from Cartagena to Barranquilla tied by oval "CCNA - Cartagena" cachet in violet, additionally franked by 1917 ½ c. yellow bistre pair and defective numeral 2 c. rose tied by circular "Correo Aereo / Cartagena-Colombia" datestamps (April 17, 1920) in black. Reverse with Barranquilla datestamp in violet. A few imperfections but a rare cover - the only known letter from this April 17, 1920 Flight.
    Note: The pilot of the "Cartagena" Farman Aeroplane on this flight was Mr. Jourdanet. He was to die in a crash in this plane 12 days later (April 29).
    Starting bid : 500 CHF
    Hammer price : 500 CHF