AUSTRALIA 1934 (Oct 21) Kingsford Smith Air Service Ltd

AUSTRALIA 1934 (Oct 21) Kingsford Smith Air Service Ltd, Mascot printed cover flown by Kingsford Smith and P. G. Taylor in the 'Lady Southern Cross' on the first eastward crossing of the Pacific from Brisbane to San Francisco. Bearing 2d & 3d tied 'Mascot 18.OCt.34', Fiji 3d tied 'Suva 22.OCT.34' and USA 3c tied 'Honolulu' transit strikes, 'Los Angeles NOV 5' arrival c.d.s on reverse. Signed by Kingsford Smith (a similar cover recently sold in Australia for A$1350 + premium). A second cover, taken on board at Honolulu with USA 3c Parks marginal pair (with inscription) tied 'Honolulu NOV 1' to San Francisco, signed by both pilots. A fine and very scarce pair of flight covers.

Estimate:£500

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