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Snow gentian (Gentiana nivalis) postage stamp, Belgium

  • 1950s

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1950's Belgian stamp featuring Snow gentian (Gentiana nivalis). This stamp was issued in a series to fund the anti-tuberculosis movement, indicated by the Red Cross (specifically the Lorraine cross) in the top left corner.

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  • 2.5 cm W x 2.1 cm H
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  • Courtesy of Science History Institute

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  • Box 5

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“Snow Gentian (Gentiana Nivalis) Postage Stamp, Belgium,” 1950–1959. Witco Stamp Collection, Box 5. Science History Institute. Philadelphia. https://digital.sciencehistory.org/works/xjgqxkf.

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