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SCOTT NO
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630 A134
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DATE OF ISSUE
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1989 Jan 01
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FACE VALUE
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10c
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COUNTRY
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South West Africa
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DESCRIPTION
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The stamp shows azurite gemstone. It is also called chessylite. It is named after its azure blue color. It has a vitreous luster. It is used for ornamental objects because of its low hardness. It is also cut by collectors en cabochon & even faceted.
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VARIATION DESCRIPTION
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The meter mark shows a type of mining machine.
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GEMSTONE
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Azurite
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VARIATION
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Meter Mark, Souvenir Sheet
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