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18 July 1855New Zealand's first postage stamps go on saleThese adhesive, non-perforated stamps for prepaid postage were the famous ‘Chalon Head’ design, showing Queen Victoria in her coronation robes. Read more...
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Main image: Cook Islands Anzac Day stamps
Set of commemorative Anzac Day stamps issued by the Cook Islands government
