Description: This elegant regular postage and revenue definitive stamp captures New Zealand's famous endemic reptile, the tuatara (Sphenodon punctatus). Designed by the prolific artist L.C. Mitchell, the centered circular engraving vividly balances natural science and indigenous design motifs. The lower spandrels feature intricate Māori scrollwork reminiscent of traditional war canoe prow carvings. Flanked by double "8d" face value plaques, the central reptile is displayed in profile above its native habitat text labels.
Circa: 1935-1941
Condition: Used
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