Australian Wildflowers - Sturt's Desert Pea
Australia · 1968 · 5c
This definitive stamp features a vibrant illustration of Sturt's Desert Pea (Swainsona formosa), a distinctive and iconic Australian wildflower. The design showcases the flower's unique blood-red, leaf-like petals with a black, bulbous centre, set against a simple, light background. It was part of a larger series celebrating the native flora of Australia.
Issued in 1968, this stamp was part of a definitive series that replaced the Queen Elizabeth II portrait definitives, reflecting a growing national identity and interest in showcasing Australia's unique natural heritage.
Printing Method
Photogravure
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
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