General Auction including Antiques, Collectables, Militaria, Gold & Silver (14% Buyers Commission)
Lot 290:
Description
A collection of space-themed and commemorative philatelic items primarily dating from the mid-to-late 20th century. The group includes a 1963 German souvenir sheet known as a Gedenkblock, produced to commemorate Valentina Tereshkova’s Vostok VI mission, featuring four stamps and descriptive text in German. The lot also contains several Zennor Rocket Mail covers issued for the 25th anniversary of the Coronation in 1978, featuring stamps from various territories including the Falkland Islands and St. Helena. These covers bear official postmarks dated 20 April 1978 and include handwritten notations specifying rocket names and numbers such as B 75 and B 76. Additionally, the collection features a 1964 commemorative card for Dr. Robert H. Goddard from the Rocket Research Institute, Inc., which includes a Ranger 7 lunar photograph and an RRI Rocketpost XIV stamp. The items are printed on paper and cardstock, with several pieces housed in protective clear plastic sleeves.
Condition report:
The collection is in good overall condition. The paper and cardstock elements show minor age-related toning and light wear consistent with handling. Postmarks, stamps, and printed text remain clear and legible.
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