France, Airmail, 1928, 10fr on 90c "Ile de France", in combination with 15c + 40c Sower definitives on flight cover to Le Havre, France, tied by "New York Au Havre, 23-8, 28" First Day of Issue octagon cds's, with catapult hydroplane cachet and "Paris, Gare de Nord" backstamp, French Line imprint on backflap; some minor toning of little consequence, otherwise Very Fine; signed Calves. Maury No. 3. Scott No. C3  Estimate $2,000 - 3,000. A RARE FIRST DAY OF ISSUE USAGE OF THE "ILE DE FRANCE" 10FR ON 90C AIRMAIL ISSUE. $0 (Image)