Recent stamp issues Christmas 2020 The Christmas stamps for 2020 told the Nativity story through four beautiful stained-glass-windowinspired illustrations, with a magnificent twist. For the first time ever, New Zealand Post created an interactive experience with stamps. Simply download the Magenta app onto your smartphone and use it to scan each stamp for an augmented reality experience. You’ll be guided through the story as the stamps highlight the annunciation, the birth of Jesus, the star of Bethlehem and the wise men’s gifts. Date of issue: 4 November 2020 Designer: Jon Ward, New Zealand Post, Wellington, New Zealand Printer: Southern Colour Print by offset lithography Withdrawal date: 3 November 2021
2021 Year of the Ox The 2021 Year of the Ox stamps take inspiration from the Chinese Nianhua poster tradition. These posters are created specifically to commemorate the arrival of a new year. The style of the posters has its origins in woodblock printing made popular during the Ming dynasty. Back then, various motifs were used, from portraits of immortal gods to illustrations of mythical stories and depictions of beautiful babies. By referencing the Nianhua poster, the stamps create a connection between Chinese New Zealanders and the ancient cultural practices of mainland China. Date of issue: 2 December 2020 Designer: Ying-Min Chu, Wellington, New Zealand Printer: Southern Colour Print by offset lithography Withdrawal date: 1 December 2021
Holiday at Home Take a journey across New Zealand and discover the adventures available in Aotearoa with Holiday at Home. These delightful, retro-chic stamps highlight some of the sights and experiences Kiwis can enjoy in their own backyard. Kiwis country wide are being encouraged to give domestic tourism a go and take the opportunity to discover something they’ve never seen before, be wowed by New Zealand’s spectacular natural wonders or simply find new ways to have fun. While we wait for the world to safely open up again, Kiwis can holiday at home and enjoy the exciting array of activities New Zealand has on offer. With a play on the classic road trip game ‘I spy’, these nine charming stamps highlight some of the major holiday hotspots and hidden gems of Aotearoa New Zealand. Date of issue: 3 February 2021 Designer: Ying-Min Chu, Wellington, New Zealand Printer: Southern Colour Print by offset lithography Withdrawal date: 2 February 2022
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