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SCOTT NO
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B283 SP208
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DATE OF ISSUE
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1959 Jun 01
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FACE VALUE
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10c + 10c
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COUNTRY
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Switzerland
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DESCRIPTION
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The stamp shows agate gemstone. Agate is the name given to a wide selection of varieties of chalcedony. Many agates are naturally coloured, others are stained for decorative effect. It is often used to make quite large decorative items.
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GEMSTONE
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Agate
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VARIATION
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Used, Meter Mark, Block, First Day Cover, PC, Postal Stationery, Envelope
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