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SCOTT NO
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433 A92
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DATE OF ISSUE
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1979 Nov 26
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FACE VALUE
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4c
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COUNTRY
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South West Africa
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DESCRIPTION
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The stamp shows topaz. Its name is derived from an island in the red sea. The coloring agent is iron & chromium. Care must be taken during polishing & setting because of the danger of cleavage. It is not resistant to hot sulphuric acid.
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VARIATION DESCRIPTION
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It is a first day cover issued on the gemstones of South West Africa. It shows the location of gemstone occurence. The meter mark depicts the structure of gemstone. It displays information about gemstones of South West Africa. It enjoys the world fame for its abundance of high quality minerals.
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GEMSTONE
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Topaz
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VARIATION
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Meter Mark, Block, First Day Cover, Envelope
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