Lot No. 809
| Auction No. | 18 |
| Category |
Airmails |
| Est. | $300 |
| Status | SOLD $240 |
1931 (3rd July) Australia to England Chichester solo flight in the Gypsy Moth, "Madame Elijah". Crashed at Katsuura Japan after take-off to fly to Tokyo. Cover with 2d & 3d KGV tied by Thursday Island cds's. No. 123 of 145 flown with cachet on reverse detailing the flight & signed by Chichester. Accompanied by photo of the crashed plane. AAMC 210 Cat. $525+
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