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Malaysia 1970 Satellite Earth Station

Name: Malaysia 1970 Satellite Earth Station
Brand: Malaysia

Malaysia · 1970 · 15 sen

This stamp commemorates the opening of Malaysia's first satellite earth station in Kuantan. The design features a large satellite dish antenna pointed towards the sky, symbolizing the nation's entry into the global satellite communications network.

Issued on April 6, 1970, this stamp marks a significant technological milestone for Malaysia, enabling direct international telephone and television links and fostering greater global connectivity.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

technology space telecommunications satellites

Catalog Numbers

sg60

scott58

michel60

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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