Sheet of 20 x $1.70 "Attack of the Warg Riders" gummed stamps.
The citizens of Rohan make their way to the refuge of ancient fortress Helm’s Deep. Aided by Legolas, Gimli and Aragorn, the Horse-lords defend themselves from a surprise attack of Orcs and vicious dog-like Wargs. The scene involves an impressive maneuvre by Legolas, who swings onto his horse as it runs towards the enemy.
The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers 20th Anniversary celebrates the talent of Kiwi filmmakers and the film's legacy in Aotearoa New Zealand. Click here for more information about the stamp issue.
| Date of issue: | 7 September 2022 |
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| Number of stamps: | Six gummed |
| Denominations: | $1.70 x2, $3.00, $3.80, $4.30 and $4.50 |
| Designed and illustrated by: | Sacha Lees, Wellington, New Zealand |
| Printer and process: | Southern Colour Print, New Zealand by lithography |
| Number of colours: | Four process colours |
| Stamp size and format: | 35.71mm x 50mm (vertical) |
| Miniature sheet size and format: | 112mm x 66mm (horizontal) |
| Paper type: | Red phosphor gummed 106gsm |
| Number of stamps per sheet: | 20 |
| Perforation gauge: | 14.4 x 14 |
| 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 6 September 2023. First day covers will remain on sale until 1 November 2022. Miniature sheet first day covers will remain on sale indefinitely. |
