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SCOTT NO 677a A249
DATE OF ISSUE 1986 Sep 25
FACE VALUE 30c
COUNTRY South Africa
   
DESCRIPTION The stamp shows gold. It is a most valuable metal. It is a foundation of trade & commerce. Pure gold is 24 carats & 14 carat gold is 60% gold. It is widely used in jewelry.
   
VARIATION DESCRIPTION It is a first day cover issued for the discovery of gold at Roode port. It shows township of Johannesberg. The meter mark depicts an emblem. It was issued by the philatelic foundation of Southern Africa. It was issued for the international philatelic exhibition. It was the 3rd international exhibition held in the golden city.
   
MINERAL Gold
VARIATION Meter Mark, Souvenir Sheet, First Day Cover, PC, Postal Stationery, Envelope