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SCOTT NO 397 A65
DATE OF ISSUE 1978 Aug 16
FACE VALUE 7c
COUNTRY Southern Rhodesia
   
DESCRIPTION The stamp shows blue topaz gemstone. Its name is derived from an island in red sea. The coloring agent is iron & chromium. Care must be taken while polishing & setting because of danger of cleavage. It is not resistant to hot sulphuric acid.
   
   
GEMSTONE Blue Topaz
VARIATION Block, First Day Cover, Envelope