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SCOTT NO 535 A214
DATE OF ISSUE 1980 Dez 05
FACE VALUE 20c
COUNTRY South Africa
   
DESCRIPTION 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.
   
VARIATION DESCRIPTION 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.
   
GEMSTONE Diamond
VARIATION Used, Meter Mark, Block, First Day Cover, Envelope