X1401s

Express Mail

Eagle in Flight

Fred Collins Signature

Spring 2020 Mail Sale Commentary 

Lot 19 X1401 — $8.75 Express Mail — Early Postal Bi-plane (10-4-88)

Sometimes a cover has a certain "look" about it that just catches your eye, and that is the case here. An early bi-plane sits on the airfield where it is being loaded with sacks of mail. In the early days, Army pilots flew the postal routes and soldiers are awaiting take-off time. Please check the photo on this one — a fine aviation FDC with a large bullseye first day cancel.