First day cover from the British Astronomical Association with Halley’s Comet 17p stamp affixed, 1986-02-18
Scope and Contents
Envelope with printed images of Halley, a satellite and the comet as depicted on the Bayeux Tapestry and in art, with the 17p Halley’s Comet stamp affixed. Postmarked by the London Planetarium and by British Airways. Also an information sheet (originally enclosed in the envelope).
Dates
- Creation: 1986-02-18
Creator
- From the Management Group: Royal Greenwich Observatory (Organization)
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Extent
1 item(s) (1 item) : Paper
Language of Materials
English
Originator(s)
British Astronomical Association
Finding aid date
2017-03-01 14:55:35+00:00
Subject
Topical
Repository Details
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