Lot 1512 Group of 56 First Flight and Air Mail Covers and Cards, 1920s-1930s, from European Countries: Latvia (x2), Hungary (x4), Poland (x6), Ethiopia (x1), Romania (x2), Greece (x4), Iceland (x1), Norway (x3), Sweden (x1), Denmark (x1), Yugoslavia (x1), Austria (x6), Estonia (x1), Persia (x2), Palestine (x1), Saar (x7), Egypt (x3), Belgium (x4), Portugal (x3), French Morocco (x3). Many of these were in Mr. Pont’s exhibit and feature interesting frankings, rates, destinations (many to India, etc), cachets, and more. Some were affected by humid storage, still overall fine to very fine. Viewing highly recommended to better appreciate the scarce material in this lot, many scans available online. From the The Leon Victor Pont Collection of Early India, New Zealand and Worldwide Pioneer Flight Covers. Estimate $500, sold for C$1,000.00 plus 17% buyer’s premium.
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Lot 972 — Palestine 1pi indigo corner block with surcharge variety, sold for $219
Lot 972 Palestine #9var 1918 1pi indigo Corner Block with Surcharge Variety. A mint never hinged (hinged in margin only) block from top left of sheet, having its top left stamp partly missing the Arabic surcharge. (SG 4a, £375). Light pencil expert signature in selvedge and on stamp with variety. Very fine. Est. $100 SOLD for $190 plus premium.