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SCOTT NO 2199 A1180
DATE OF ISSUE 1989 Jul 12
FACE VALUE 1.50cz
COUNTRY Brazil
   
DESCRIPTION The stamp shows Amethyst gemstone. The color is due to traces of iron. Once highly prized Amethyst lost much of its value after great Brazilian deposits were found. Deeper colored specimens are cut as gems.
   
VARIATION DESCRIPTION The Meter Mark shows gemstones.
   
GEMSTONE Amethyst
VARIATION Used, Meter Mark, Block, First Day Cover, PC, Postal Stationery, Envelope