Compensation for loss

(1) Subject to the provisions of these Regulations48 (a) if any article of pecuniary value, enclosed in or forming part of a registered postal packet other than an insured letter, be lost or damaged so as entirely to destroy its value whilst in the custody of the Postmaster General, the Postmaster General may pay to any person or persons who may, in the opinion of the Postmaster General, establish a reasonable claim to compensation (having regard to the nature of the article; the care with which it was packed and other circumstances) such sum not exceeding $45.00 as he may think just; (b) if any registered postal packet other than an insured letter be lost whilst in the post, the Postmaster General may pay to the sender of such packet a sum not exceeding $45.00, Provided that compensation shall not be payable in respect of the same packet under both paragraphs of this regulation, or in respect of loss or damage as a result of force majeure or act of the Queen’s enemies. items.