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SCOTT NO
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1298 A503
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DATE OF ISSUE
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1988 Dez 05
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FACE VALUE
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13af
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COUNTRY
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Afghanistan
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DESCRIPTION
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The stamp shows Emeralds in rough and cut shapes of round, rectangle and pear. The name emerald is derived from Greek 'smaragdos' which means 'green stone'. Its has incomparable green color due to which it is also referred as 'Emerald Green'.
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VARIATION DESCRIPTION
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FDC issed on December 5th, 1988 shows rare stones. The octagonal post mark cancellation mentions 'The Precious Stones'
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GEMSTONE
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Emerald, Precious Stone
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VARIATION
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First Day Cover, Postal Stationery, Envelope
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