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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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VARIATION DESCRIPTION
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It is a first day cover issued on the gemstones from the Indonesia exhibition held in 2000. The meter mark depicts a precious gem. It is an envelope showing the Indonesian International world philatelic exhibition. The stamp series is issued in the conjunction of the event. It displays a variety of gemstones.
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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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