Pitcairn Islands, Pitcairn Island N.Z. Postal Agency, 1939 (Dec 14), Agency c.d.s. with ''AHUREI / ILE RAPA 17-12-39'' c.d.s. alongside, visit of the U.S.S. ''North Star'' carrying Rear Admiral Byrd and 44 members of the U.S. Antarctic Service, anchored off Pitcairn for water and repairs, with printed ''Aboard the ANTARCTIC SNOW CRUISER''on the unused envelope, rare item. Estimate  $500 - 750. $0 (Image)