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SCOTT NO
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1890 A483
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DATE OF ISSUE
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2000 Mrz 01
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FACE VALUE
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2000r
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COUNTRY
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Indonesia
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DESCRIPTION
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The stamp shows gemstone Volcanic Obsidian from Indonesia. It is formed when rhylotic lava is quickly chilled. Though it is dark coloured, thin fragments are light and transparent. Indians made Knives, arrowheads & ornaments from this unusual rock.
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GEMSTONE
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Obsidian
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VARIATION
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Meter Mark, Souvenir Sheet, First Day Cover, Envelope
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