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New Zealand 1977 10c 'SS Tainui' Ship Stamp

Name: New Zealand 1977 10c 'SS Tainui' Ship Stamp
Brand: New Zealand

New Zealand · 1977 · 10c

This stamp features a detailed illustration of the SS Tainui, a passenger and cargo steamship that operated between London and New Zealand in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The design highlights the vessel at sea, emphasizing its role in connecting New Zealand with the world. It was part of a definitive series showcasing various aspects of New Zealand's history and culture.

Issued in 1977, this stamp reflects a period of celebrating New Zealand's maritime heritage and its historical reliance on sea transport for immigration, trade, and communication.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

ships transportation maritime-history

Catalog Numbers

sg1141

scott633

michel660

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

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.