General Auction Including Antiques, Collectables, Gold & Silver (14% Buyers Commission)
Lot 316:
Description
A collection of philatelic and numismatic commemorative covers documenting significant milestones in aviation history. The group includes a Schneider Trophy Victory 1931-1996 commemorative coin cover featuring Guernsey stamps and an integrated 65th Anniversary crown coin, numbered 3518. Also present is an Isle of Man A Tribute to The Spitfire coin first day cover dated 1997. The collection further comprises multiple A Celebration of The Spitfire first day covers with stamps from The Gambia, and 60th Anniversary Battle of Britain 1940-2000 covers with Montserrat stamps postmarked 22 May 2000. Additionally, the lot includes British Airways Concorde commemorative covers documenting various flights, including the first flight from New York to London on 2 June 1978 and New York to Filton on 20 October 1985. The items consist of printed paper envelopes with applied postage stamps, official postmarks, and integrated commemorative coins.
Condition report:
The collection is in good, collectible condition. The covers exhibit minor handling wear consistent with age. Stamps, coins, and postmarks remain clear and securely affixed.
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