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SCOTT NO
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478 A205
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DATE OF ISSUE
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1981 Feb 19
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FACE VALUE
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1d
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COUNTRY
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Morocco
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DESCRIPTION
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The stamp shows Malachite Azurite mineral. The word is derived from Greek word malache which means mallow. It is sensitive to heat, acids & hot waters. Malachite & Azurite are commonly found together. Compact deep colored stones are cut as ornaments.
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GEMSTONE
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Azurite, Malachite
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VARIATION
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Proof
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