The limited edition is the ultimate collector’s item in this issue. As well as a range of unique stamp products not available anywhere else, the pack includes a booklet with in-depth commentary by photographer Luke Keehan. Luke captured the stunning images featured in the stamp issue while assisting researchers conducting field work with emperor penguins and Weddell seals.
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| Date of issue: | 1 September 2021 |
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| Number of stamps: | Four gummed |
| Denominations: | $1.50, $2.80, $3.60 & $4.10 |
| Designed and illustrated by: | Helcia Berryman, Mopsy Creative, Kapiti Coast, New Zealand |
| Printer and process: | Southern Colour Print, New Zealand by lithography |
| Number of colours: | Four process colours plus overgloss |
| Stamp size and format: | 30mm x 40mm (vertical) |
| Miniature sheet size and format: | 150mm x 90mm with diecut |
| Paper type: | Tullis Russell 106gsm red phosphor gummed stamp paper |
| Number of stamps per sheet: | 25 |
| Perforation gauge: | 13.33 x 13.6 |
| Special blocks: | Plate/imprint blocks may be obtained by purchasing at least six stamps from a sheet. Barcode blocks are available in A and B formats. |
| Period of sale: | Unless stocks are exhausted earlier, these stamps will remain on sale until 31 August 2022. First day covers will remain on sale until 31 October 2021. |