> > Is there anyone out there that knows any of the history about them,
> Perhaps what Malacologist was involved etc ?

I can't find the exact answer requested, but the following URL gives
information about the first-day covers that can be purchased.  Gives the
name of the painter who did the covers - did he also do the stamps???
Don't know.  Page says "reverse of FDC contains historical background
text."

http://www.unicover.com/EA1CAGWU.HTM

Joan, Huntsville (NASC)

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