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SCOTT NO
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535 A214
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DATE OF ISSUE
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1980 Dez 05
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FACE VALUE
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20c
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COUNTRY
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South Africa
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DESCRIPTION
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The stamp shows a cullinan II diamond. Diamond is derived from a greek word adamas, which means unconquerable. It is insensitive to chemical reactions. Care must be taken while soldering. It was issued for the world diamond congress.
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VARIATION DESCRIPTION
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It is a first day cover showing world diamond congress. It shows a gem under a microscope. The meter mark depicts a gem. It marks the feature of diamond industry. South Africa is the world's largest producer of precious stones.
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GEMSTONE
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Diamond
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VARIATION
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Used, Meter Mark, Block, First Day Cover, Envelope
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