Old envelope Lyon London cancelled stamps airplane philately collection

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Old postal envelope illustrated with an airplane, sent from Lyon to London. It features a cancelled French 0.70 franc stamp and a visible postmark dated April 12. The envelope is addressed to Madame Pierre, poste restante in London. The illustration printed in red depicts an airliner, typical of mid-20th century airmail.

Condition: Used item, showing some signs of wear and handling marks due to its age. Cancelled stamp and legible postmarks. Sold as is.

Did you know? First flight or illustrated airmail envelopes are highly sought after by collectors, as they bear witness to the history of postal transport between major European cities.

Target Audience: Ideal for stamp collectors, philately enthusiasts, postal history buffs, or as an original piece to complement a collection on aviation or Franco-British exchanges.

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Keywords: old envelope, airmail, cancelled stamp, philately, stamp collection, Lyon London, postal aviation, postal history