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(CEY-801) CEYLON 1940 Prepaid Postcard KGVI "for use to India" 5c + stamp SG 393

This is a

vintage postcard from Ceylon (present-day Sri Lanka), sent by air mail to an address in London, England.

Here's a breakdown of what you see:

Ceylon Post Card: The top right clearly indicates its origin as a postcard from "CEYLON".
Stamps and Markings: The postcard features several stamps and postmarks, including a 5-cent stamp visible on the right, and cancellation marks indicating its processing through the postal system.
Recipient Information: The handwritten address clearly identifies the recipient as "Mr. Paul GROSS" at "71, Hillfield court Belsize Avenue, LONDON.N.W. 3".
"BY AIR MAIL" Indication: The prominent handwritten note "BY AIR MAIL" on the lower left signifies the method of postage, suggesting a more rapid delivery service compared to surface mail at the time.
Historical Significance: As a piece of postal stationery, it offers a glimpse into the communication methods and postal history of Ceylon during the era it was sent, likely sometime before 1948 based on the "CEYLON" designation and the style of the postcard and stamps.

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