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Auction 175, Lot 361

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"[Lot of 3] Bruxelles-Anvers-Rotterdam-Amsterdam [and] SAS Jet Route Map - Europe Middle East Africa Caravelle Routes [and] International Route Maps",

Subject: Europe, Middle East, Flight Maps

Period: 1930-60 (circa)

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A. Bruxelles-Anvers-Rotterdam-Amsterdam, by Sabena, circa 1930 (3.7 x 18.6"). This small strip-style map delineates the flight route from Amsterdam to Brussels and shows airports, major roads, rivers and canals, and railroads. Shell Oil locations are highlighted as well. It also features two black & white photographs of airplanes and advertisements on verso, including one for Red Star Lines, which closed in 1935, and L'Innovation, the department store that was the site of the most deadly fire in Belgium's history in May 1967. Published by Sabena (Societé Anonyme Belge d'Exploitation de la Navigation Aérienne), the official airline of Belgium from 1923 to 2001. Condition: Issued folding. (A)

B. SAS Jet Route Map - Europe Middle East Africa Caravelle Routes, by Scandinavian Airlines System, dated 1959 (20.3 x 9.1"). This attractive pamphlet from Scandinavian Airlines System features a flight map in two parts, spanning from Scandinavia through Europe into the Middle East. It highlights both medium-range Caravelle and intercontinental routes. The map folds into illustrated cardboard covers. Condition: There is a 2.75" fold separation and some minor toning. Covers have light wear with the clear plastic covering starting to peel off. (B+)

C. International Route Maps, by British European Airways, circa 1960 (10.5 x 7.5"). This colorful booklet features 12 maps tracking BEA routes through Europe and the Middle East. The inside front cover showcases the Viscount 806. Condition: Internally clean and bright with light soiling and wear to the covers. (A)

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Estimate: $60 - $80

Sold for: $26

Closed on 11/13/2019

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