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Australian Heritage Series: Early Federal Parliament House, Canberra
common1945-1980

Australian Heritage Series: Early Federal Parliament House, Canberra

Australia · 1979 · 20c

This stamp is part of the 'Australian Heritage' definitive series. It features an illustration of the Early Federal Parliament House in Canberra, the nation's capital. The design highlights the building's distinctive architecture, which served as the seat of the Australian Parliament from 1927 to 1988.

Issued in 1979, this definitive stamp was in wide circulation and celebrated a key symbol of Australian democracy and national identity during a period of growth and cultural reflection.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Catalog Numbers

sg743
scott722
michel709

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.