Lot# 9045

these two items represent correctly paid airmail correspondence to Western Europe under the 6th Postal Tariff Period (1 November 1950 - 30 April 1953), both carried via the standard Moscow–Prague airmail route linking China with Europe. The first, dated 16 May 1951, is an airmail cover from the Royal Danish Legation in Peking to Copenhagen, Denmark, franked to the inclusive rate of 9,000 yuan (2,500 yuan for the first 20g international surface letter postage plus 6,500 yuan airmail fee per 10g to Western Europe). It bears a “Peking 51.5.16” cds and violet handstamps “航空 / AIR MAIL” and “丹麥” marking. The second, dated 28 April 1953, is an airmail postcard from Peking to Helsinki, Finland, correctly franked at 8,000 yuan (1,500 yuan international postcard rate plus 6,500 yuan airmail surcharge), tied by “Peking 53.4.28” cds and bearing a “Par Avion” etiquette. Together, these two postal items exemplify early 1950s PRC airmail service to Western Europe, reflecting the standardization and stability of the early RMB postal system and the smooth operation of Sino-European postal and diplomatic correspondence. Their correct franking, clear markings, and well-preserved condition make them important reference items for the study of early PRC international airmail and postal rate structure, with high philatelic and exhibition value.