1979 was designated the International Year of the Child by the United Nations in order to focus the attention of all countries on the special needs of children, and to stimulate the sharing of international experience and resources to promote the well being of children everywhere.
Issue information
10c
Children playing together at infant playschool.
Stamp bulletin
This stamp issue first appeared in New Zealand Post Stamp Bulletin No. 20 in October 1978.
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Technical information
| Date of Issue: | 6 June 1979 |
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| Designers: | New Zealand Post Office, Wellington |
| Printers: | Waddington Security Print, England |
| Stamp Size: | 40.64mm x 24.13mm |
| Sheet Size: | 100 stamps per sheet |
| Process: | Lithography |
| Perforation Gauge: | 14.25 x 14 |
| Paper Type: | Unwatermarked |