KLM miniature number 12:
Amsterdam, Zandhoek 3 - 4
Issued For KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Inaugural Flight Amsterdam-Vancouver-Calgary April 2nd 1986.
1 Out Of 50! Absolutely An Amazing Collector's Item To Have!
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines introduced the houses to their Royal Class passengers first in 1952.
The KLM house grew in popularity
In 1964 a total of 20 houses were issued, in 1970 there were 45 different houses, and until 1993, KLM issued a total of 60 houses. KLM extended the number of houses to a total of 75, celebrating the 75th anniversary on October 7th in 1994. Since then, KLM has been adding one new house every year on October 7th, making the number of houses equal to their anniversary.
On certain Middle-East routes KLM offered, for a limited period of time, a house in the form of an ashtray instead of a house filled with gin. World Business Class passengers on certain routes to the Middle-East receive currently a house that is “empty due to customs regulations”.
Between 1600 and 1800 Delft was one of the most important ceramics producers in Europe. Delftware was extremely popular. In the 17th and 18th centuries, a large part of the professional population was active in this craft.
KLM miniature number 12:
Amsterdam, Zandhoek 3 - 4 .
Excellent Condition (No Chips or Cracks) - Sealed. No Contents Due To Customs Regulations.
