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SCOTT NO 394 A65
DATE OF ISSUE 1978 Aug 16
FACE VALUE 3c
COUNTRY Southern Rhodesia
   
DESCRIPTION The stamp shows amethyst gemstone. It is a highly valued stone in the quartz group. Its derived from a greek word, as it was worn as an amulet against drunkeness. some oi its loses color in daylight. The original color is stored by X-ray radiation.
   
VARIATION DESCRIPTION It is a first day cover issued on the 4th definative series. It shows the arms of Rhodesia.
   
GEMSTONE Amethyst
VARIATION Block, First Day Cover, Envelope