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SCOTT NO
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239 A32
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DATE OF ISSUE
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1978 Jun 09
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FACE VALUE
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3 p
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COUNTRY
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Tristan Da Cunha
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DESCRIPTION
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The multicolored stamp shows rough piece of Sodalite. Sodalite is a scarce mineral that can be rock forming. Sodalite is named in reference to its sodium content. It is used for carvings and some jewelry pieces.
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VARIATION DESCRIPTION
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It is an official first day cover issued on local minerals. The meter mark depicts a mineral.
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GEMSTONE
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Sodalite
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VARIATION
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Meter Mark, First Day Cover, Envelope
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