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Postie Kate, The Journey of Mail
common1980-2010

Postie Kate, The Journey of Mail

Australia · 2006 · 50c

This set of five se-tenant stamps, designed by Jonathan Chong, illustrates the journey of mail through the eyes of a character named Postie Kate. The colorful cartoon designs depict various stages of the postal process, from writing and posting a letter to sorting, delivery by scooter, and finally, the happy recipient.

Issued during Stamp Collecting Month in Australia, this set was designed to engage children and promote philately by showing the friendly and accessible side of the national postal service, Australia Post.

Printing Method

Offset

Catalog Numbers

sg2708-2712
scott2608-2612
michel2650-2654

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$5
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$4
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$3
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$1
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.5

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