India & Area

<b>Sale number:</b> 5923 <br> <br> Stamp Sale

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A H Baldwin & Sons Ltd has a history that dates back to 1872, and is one of the largest and longest established numismatic dealers and auction houses in the world. As a distinguished name in the numismatic trade, they have seamlessly transitioned into the world of bullion, bringing unparalleled expertise and commitment to quality to a broader audience.

Established in 1872, Baldwin's has been a cornerstone of the numismatic trade, earning a reputation for integrity, authenticity, and a passion for the rare and precious. For over a century and a half, we have been at the forefront of preserving and promoting the art and history encapsulated within rare coins and precious metals.

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Airmail.  1930 Imperial Airways 'City of Washington' crash mail cover, bearing 1929 Airmail 2a, 3a, 4a and 6a tied by Park Town CDSs of 17 Oct.  Flown from Karachi and due to land at Croydon, but crashed at Neufchâtel killing two passengers and a crew member.  Godmanstone arrival of 1st Nov on front.  Envelope with a crease at left, otherwise fine  
  
XXX Italics please - All airmail from India to the UK from October 7th-20th would have been flown on this plane, but as there were no crash markings applied there was a low survival rate XXX

Airmail. 1930 Imperial Airways 'City...

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Airmail. 1930 Imperial Airways 'City...

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