The 2010 Year of the Tiger stamp issue was the second in our 12-year Chinese lunar calendar stamp series.
Issue information
The Chinese lunar calendar series is a popular collecting choice worldwide. The 2010 Year of the Tiger issue captured the energetic exuberance of New Zealand’s Chinese New Year festivities.
The Perfect Accompaniment
These vibrant stamps were seen at their best on the Year of the Tiger first day covers and miniature sheet. Surrounded by Chinese characters and the colours of celebration, they captured the lively jubilation of all Chinese New Year celebrations.
Product Listing for 2010 Year of the Tiger
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Single Stamp |
Single 50c 'Year of the Tiger' gummed stamp. The Year of the Tiger began on 14 February 2010 and finished on the 2 February 2011. It’s a year that honours a symbol of courage – a fearless and fiery fighter that was revered by the ancient Chinese as warding off the three main disasters of a household: fire, thieves and ghosts. |
$0.50 |
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Single Stamp |
Single $1.00 'Tiger' gummed stamp. People born in the Year of the Tiger (1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986 and 1998) are generally well liked because of their charismatic personalities. Always at their happiest when climbing the ladder of success, they are quick learners and often prefer to work alone. Famous ‘Tigers’ include Agatha Christie, Marilyn Monroe, Queen Elizabeth II and Tom Cruise. |
$1.00 |
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Single Stamp |
Single $1.80 'Multicultural New Zealand' gummed stamp. Chinese people have been part of New Zealand’s cultural make-up since the 1860s, when the Dunedin Chamber of Commerce sought workers for the Otago gold mines. From a population of just over 1,200 in 1867, the Chinese/ Taiwanese Chinese population has grown to more than 145,000 – a vital part of a multicultural society. |
$1.80 |
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Single Stamp |
Single $2.30 'Wellington Beehive' gummed stamp. Chinese festivals have rapidly become a highlight of New Zealand’s entertainment calendar. In Wellington, the 2010 Chinese New Year celebrations included a colourful street parade, a bustling Asian market and a cultural showcase of local and international performances. |
$2.30 |
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Miniature Sheet | Mint, used or cancelled miniature sheet. | $5.60 |
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First Day Cover | First day cover with stamps affixed. Cancelled on the first day of issue. | $6.10 |
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Miniature Sheet First Day Cover | First day cover with miniature sheet affixed. Cancelled on the first day of issue. | $6.10 |
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Presentation Pack | Bilingual presentation pack with in-depth commentary on the topic of Year of the Tiger which was accompanied by four gummed stamps, a miniature sheet and first day cover. | $19.90 |
Technical information
| Date of issue: | 6 January 2010 |
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| Number of stamps: | Four gummed stamps |
| Denominations: | 50c, $1.00, $1.80, $2.30 |
| Stamps, miniature sheet and first day cover designed by: | Bananaworks, Auckland, New Zealand |
| Printer and process: | Southern Colour Print Ltd by offset lithography |
| Number of colours: | Four process colours |
| Stamp size and format: | 30mm x 40mm (vertical) |
| Miniature sheet: | 150mm x 90mm (horizontal) |
| Paper type: | Tullis Russell 104gsm red phosphor gummed stamp paper |
| Number of stamps per sheet: | 25 |
| Perforation gauge: | Stamp sheets: 14; Miniature sheets: 13.33 x 13.60 |
| Special blocks: | Plate/imprint blocks could be obtained by purchasing at least six stamps from a sheet. Barcode blocks were available in both A and B formats. |
| Period of sale: | These stamps remained on sale until 5 January 2011. |