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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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The envelope and the meter mark both show gemstones.
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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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