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SCOTT NO B283 SP208
DATE OF ISSUE 1959 Jun 01
FACE VALUE 10c + 10c
COUNTRY Switzerland
   
DESCRIPTION The stamp shows agate gemstone. Agate is the name given to a wide selection of varieties of chalcedony. Many agates are naturally coloured, others are stained for decorative effect. It is often used to make quite large decorative items.
   
   
GEMSTONE Agate
VARIATION Used, Meter Mark, Block, First Day Cover, PC, Postal Stationery, Envelope