First day cover with four gummed stamps affixed. Cancelled on the first day of issue.
This stamp issue celebrated the crucial critters that pollinate plants in Aotearoa New Zealand. Click here for more information.
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| Date of issue: | 6 November 2024 |
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| Number of stamps: | Four gummed stamps |
| Denominations: | $2.30, $3.60, $4.90 & $7.20 |
| Stamps and first day covers designed by: | Nick Jarvie, NZ Post, Wellington, New Zealand Artwork by: Giselle Clarkson, South Wairarapa, New Zealand |
| Artwork by: | Giselle Clarkson, South Wairarapa, New Zealand |
| Printer and process: | Brebner Print, Napier by Lithography |
| Number of colours: | Four process colours |
| Stamp size and format: | 30mm x 48mm (vertical) |
| Miniature sheet size and format: | 150mm x 90mm (horizontal) |
| Paper type: | Tullis Russell TruLitho Gummed Stamp Paper 110gsm |
| Number of stamps per sheet: | 20 |
| Perforation gauge: | 14 x 14.167 |
| Special blocks: | Plate/imprint blocks could be obtained by purchasing at least six stamps from a sheet. Barcode blocks were available in A and B formats. |
| Period of sale: | These stamps and first day covers remained on sale until 5 November 2025. |
