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SCOTT NO
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434 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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15c
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COUNTRY
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South West Africa
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DESCRIPTION
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The stamp shows aquamarine gemstone. It is so named because of its sea water color. the coloring agent is iron. Higher heat will lead to discoloration. Care has to be taken while making jewelry. It is brittle & sensitive to pressure.
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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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Aquamarine
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VARIATION
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Meter Mark, Block, First Day Cover, Envelope
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