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SCOTT NO
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561 A223
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DATE OF ISSUE
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1973 Jul 11
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FACE VALUE
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9c
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COUNTRY
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Australia
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DESCRIPTION
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The stamp shows rough and drop shape cut Rhodonite. It occurs in shades of red. In addition to it's red color, it usually has black dendrite inclusions of manganese oxide. The transparent varieties are very rare. It is also known as Manganese Gravel.
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VARIATION DESCRIPTION
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The stamps on the envelope depicts different Austrailian gemstones. There is also a cover picture that shows mining equipments in the background and it is signed by the designer of the stamps and cover, J. Mason.
The post mark cancellation is done by Philatelic Bureau, Melbourne.
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GEMSTONE
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Rhodonite
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VARIATION
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Meter Mark, Block, First Day Cover, Envelope
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