Asia | Pierre and Marie Curie Somali Coast Mint Postage Stamp Issued 1938

Description

Genuine mint never hinged postage stamp from the Somali Coast, also known as French Somaliland, honoring French scientists Pierre (1859-1906) and Marie (1867-1934) Curie. The stamp commemorates the 40th anniversary of the discovery of radium.
Issue date: October 24, 1938.
Money raised by the surcharge on the postage stamp was used to fight cancer.
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