Kupe: The Great Navigator – Presentation Pack
Throughout the Pacific region, Kupe is the navigator credited with bringing the knowledge and data back to the Pacific that enabled the eventual population of Aotearoa. This issue explores the adventurous legend of Kupe’s pursuit of a great octopus, and the ways of Polynesian navigators who used the sky and ocean to guide their journeys between the islands of the Pacific.
Discover the full story of Kupe the legend and Kupe the navigator with this presentation pack. Learn more about Pacific wayfinders and the navigational expertise that has been passed down for generations throughout the region. This pack includes a set of eight stamps and a first day cover, with vivid illustrations and design by Dave Burke.
Features:
- NZ Post is the official issuing authority for New Zealand postage stamps
- This stamp collection celebrates Kupe the person and Kupe the legend.
- Kupe is credited with the discovery of Aotearoa
Specifications:
- Date of issue: 5 June 2019
- Number of stamps: Eight gummed stamps
- Denominations: $1.30
- Stamp/First Day Cover: Dave Burke, Tauranga, New Zealand
- Printer: Southern Colour Print, Dunedin, by offset lithography
- Paper Type: Tullis Russell 104gsm red phosphor gummed stamp paper
- Stamp Size/Format: 45.6mm x 35mm (horizontal)
- Number of Colours: Four process colours
- Perforation gauge: 14.78 × 14.86
- Period of sale: until 4 June 2020
