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SCOTT NO 102 A15
DATE OF ISSUE 1977 Dez 13
FACE VALUE 50c
COUNTRY Kenya
   
DESCRIPTION The stamp shows Galena found in Kenya. It is a heavy, brittle, silvery gray mineral which commonly forms cubic crystals & has perfect cubic cleavage. Its crystals were used in early radio sets. Silver bearing Galena is roasted to form lead oxide.
   
VARIATION DESCRIPTION It is a picture post card. It shows a Lion enjoying his meat after killing a big Antelope. It shows this action on the other side of the picture card. It depicts a routine cancellation.
   
MINERAL Galena
VARIATION Block, First Day Cover, PC, Postal Stationery, Envelope