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SCOTT NO
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1861 A408
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DATE OF ISSUE
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1999 Apr 06
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FACE VALUE
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500 fr
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COUNTRY
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Togolaise
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DESCRIPTION
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The multicolored stamp shows rough malachite. Malachite is a very popular semi-precious stone. It is named for the Greek word for 'mallow', a green herb. Its banded light and dark green designs are one-of-a-kind and give it a unique ornamental quality.
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VARIATION DESCRIPTION
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It is an official first day cover issued on minerals. The meter mark depicts a mineral.
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GEMSTONE
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Malachite
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VARIATION
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Meter Mark, First Day Cover, Envelope
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