New Zealand Peace Issue

Name: New Zealand Peace Issue
Brand: New Zealand

New Zealand · 1946 ·

This definitive series, known as the Peace Issue, was released to commemorate the end of World War II. The designs feature allegorical figures representing Peace, scenic landscapes, and portraits of the Royal Family, including King George VI, Queen Elizabeth, and the young princesses Elizabeth and Margaret. The set symbolizes a return to normalcy and hope for the future after years of conflict.

Issued in 1946, this set marked the first major definitive series for New Zealand following the conclusion of World War II, replacing the long-running pictorials of the 1930s.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

peace post-war allegory royalty children

Catalog Numbers

sg663-673

scott247-257

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$15

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$10

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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