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SCOTT NO
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708 A141
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DATE OF ISSUE
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1994 Nov 17
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FACE VALUE
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$1
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COUNTRY
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Hongkong
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DESCRIPTION
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The stamp shows Alcyonium corals. Coral formed by plants & animals in warm seas, is commonly aragonite. Precious coral is valued for ornamental use.
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VARIATION DESCRIPTION
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It is an official first day souvenir cover showing different types of corals & was issued by the Hong Kong post office located at 2 Connaught place. It mentions 'the marine animals of Hong Kong are exceedingly diverse. Amongst them, corals are pasticularly important and interesting marine organisms. They are very beautiful and provide recreational opportunities for divers and other visitors. Coral reefs also serve as nurseries for juvenile fish and provide habitats for many kinds of fish as well as some rare and threatened marine life. Moreover, coral reefs help protect shorelines from severe erosion and produce products for medicinal and pharmaceutical purposes. The meter mark depicts a yacht.
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GEMSTONE
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Coral
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VARIATION
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Meter Mark, Souvenir Sheet, First Day Cover, Envelope
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