Worldwide Stamps and Postal History

1912 (Mar 3) Large cover with "BRITISH ANTARCTIC EXPEDITION, TERRA NOVA R.Y.S" crest printed on the reverse, addressed in Captain Scott’s handwriting to his sister Mrs Ellison-Macartney at The Royal Mint, London, with Victoria Land 1d tied by the Antarctic c.d.s. Small unobtrusive opening tear at upper edge and a few stained perfs, otherwise fine and a scarce cover from Scott. The 3 MR 12 c.d.s was only used on mail from those expedition members who were staying over at Cape Evans for the third winter. Photo on Page 21.
Suggested price: £ 700-1,000