2025 - 1982 13c Kitten and Puppy - Mystic Stamp Company
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1392 - 1970 6c Wildlife Conservation - Mystic Stamp Company
1982 Kitten & Puppy Playing Single 13c Postage Stamp, Sc# 2025, MNH, OG
1982 Kitten & Puppy Playing Single 13c Postage Stamp, Sc# 2025, MNH, OG
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