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SCOTT NO
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1429 A481
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DATE OF ISSUE
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1995 Apr 05
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FACE VALUE
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$1.20
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COUNTRY
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Australia
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DESCRIPTION
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The stamp shows oval shape 'Light Opal'. Pliny and Elder described opal as 'It combines the soft fire of carbuncle, shimmering purple of amethyst, beautiful sea-green of emarald, golden yellow of topaz and deep blue of sapphire so that all colors sparkle'
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VARIATION DESCRIPTION
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The postcard shows a geologist searching for gems in a cave. The word "opal" is printed on the postcard with use of a stamp with a picture of an opal on it. The post mark cancellation shows rough and cut gemstones it is also a First Day Issue cancelation. It is used for postage in Australia & delivery world wide.
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GEMSTONE
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Opal
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VARIATION
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Meter Mark, Souvenir Sheet, First Day Cover, PC, Postal Stationery, Envelope
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