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Mauritius is the first British Colony to issue stamps The above stamp is a 2d Blue "Post Paid" issued in 1848 with the "PENOE" for "PENCE" error.
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Frame
The border of the stamp's design.
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Imperforate
Straight edge without holes punched.
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Value
Indication of the stamp face value.
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Corner Ornament
Intricate design in any form usually in the corners or borders of a stamp design.
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Portrait
The central portrait or other main feature of a stamp is termed the "Vignette".
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Margin
The space between the edge and the frame of a stamp.
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