Lot 1005
September 22,1935 Astoria NY Rocket Mail Explosion Cover Green 'Via First….' Cachet, E-Z 5C1. Ellington-Zwisler 5C1. 250 covers were flown but only 28 damaged covers recovered. Bears INVERTED 'Rocket And Mail/Damaged By Explosion' handstamp and imperf First American Rocket Flight stamp tied by green 'Via first American Rocket Flight' cachet and additional US franking. Estimated Value $500 - UP
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