Madagascar Minerals - Beryl
Madagascar · 1967 · 10 FMG
This stamp features a detailed illustration of a Beryl crystal, a silicate mineral composed of beryllium aluminium cyclosilicate. The design highlights the mineral's characteristic hexagonal crystal structure and its typical greenish-blue coloration. It is part of a set dedicated to showcasing the rich mineral wealth of Madagascar.
Issued in 1967, this stamp reflects a period of growing national pride and an effort to promote Madagascar's unique natural resources to the world, following its independence in 1960.
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