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Counterpart, Denoting, Fine Paid, Mortgagee's Indemnity and Not Liable stamps

New Zealand fiscal and postage stamps were overprinted for various revenue purposes. Some are given below. Counterpart Counterpart stamps were attached to duplicate (i.e. counterpart) documents provided that the full stamp duty had been paid on the original. The counterpart fee was 2s 6d. The first issue was in 1870 and the design was Die I of the 1867 Revenue issue. The stamp on the left is Die II and was issued in 1880. In 1887, stamps were issued in the design of the revenue stamps of 1880, but with the word Counterpart in rather small letters above the value as in the example on the below. In 1916 the fee was increased to 3s 0d and ordinary revenue stamps were overprinted diagonally in black although special printings were made as the colour was always yellow. It exists both perf 14 and perf 14½x14. In 1927, the George V 3s 0d Admiral stamp was printed on Cowan paper, perf 14, in orange yellow and overprin

2021 KiwiStamp


2021 KiwiStamp Set


Not Released Yet
-    The expected release date is 7th Jul 2021    -  


KiwiStamps are New Zealand's non-denominated stamps that will always be worth the required postage of an NZ POST Standard Post-medium letter. You can also use multiple KiwiStamp postage stamps on a range of letter sizes.  USA has a version of non-denominated stamps called 'USA Forever'.

In 2020 Tourism New Zealand launched Do Something New New Zealand, a campaign designed to inspire Kiwis to step into the shoes of the international tourists who have been unable to visit due to COVID-19. A fresh set of KiwiStamps reflects this message with a focus on the joys of getting outdoors.

This first-day cover features the five new self-adhesive Kiwistamps.

Road Trip - With a ferry or two in between you can travel the length of New Zealand by road. Make yourself at home at the idyllic holiday parks and campgrounds on the coast and on the edges of lakes or check out the freedom camping rules in the regions you want to visit.
Bushwalking - Forget trains, planes and automobiles - New Zealanders know that their own two feet are the key to seeing the most beautiful parts of their own backyard. Follow a gentle track through Te Urewera National Park and in a little over an hour you’ll reach the shores of the pristine Lake Waikareiti. 
 
Skiing - Skiing is accessible in both the North Island and the South Island, with slopes suitable for beginners to seasoned skiers and snowboarders. You’ll find world-class ski schools, accommodation close to the ski fields and affordable options for families. 

Cycling - Getting outdoors is easy in the sunniest part of New Zealand, where residents and visitors enjoy hot summers and bright, clear winters. Cycle around the Tasman region and take in the surroundings between leisurely stops and the many attractions that await. 
Kayaking - Gaze up at the sky-high waterfalls that tumble into the dark waters of Milford Sound, whose dramatic cliffs were hewn by ice-age glaciers. Exploring this unique piece of New Zealand by kayak will bring you close to dolphins, penguins and seals as you are immersed in serene scenery. 




Other Collectables



2021 KiwiStamp Dispenser
Dispenser box containing 100 self-adhesive stamps.

2021 KiwiStamp First Day Cover

2021 Kiwistamp Booklet
Booklet of ten self-adhesive stamps.


Technical Information


Date of issue:7 July 2021
Number of stamps:Five self-adhesive stamps
Stamps and first day cover designed by:Alan Hollows, New Zealand Post, Wellington, New Zealand
Printer and process:Southern Colour Print Ltd by offset lithography
Number of colours:Tullis Russell 210gsm red phosphor PSA stamp paper
Stamp size and format:30mm x 25mm (horizontal)
Number of stamps per booklet/sheet:Booklets of 10, strips of five and coils of 100
Perforation gauge:Die-cut
Period of sale:These stamps will remain on sale until further notice.

Some of the images in this post were used with permission from the illustrated catalogue of StampsNZ
You can visit their website and Online Catalogue at, http://stampsnz.com/

Information & images for this post came from.

Comments

  1. Hi new owners.
    I am pleased you are keeping this blog going. It is a tribute to the beautiful stamps that New Zealand has issued over the years. When I heard they had completed their goal of featuring every stamp we were amazed they had actually done it. If you keep doing posts like this Arie you'll still have a great website.
    Now kiwistamps. I remember seeing something on these once before. I like the idea and it makes a very convenient way of using stamps.
    Brian & Julie.

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    1. Hi Brian & Juile
      Thanks for you kind comments. Most people use kiwi stamps now. Can't wait to get the new booket!

      Arie

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