New Zealand Christmas 2011 stamps released

New Zealand Post has issued details of its 2011 Christmas issue, which comprises five stamps on a Nativity theme. The intricately gummed stamps are in a diamond format and each highlights a key moment in the Nativity story. The first  (60c) shows Baby Jesus, the $1.20 value has the shepherds with the angels, Mary and Joseph are shown on the $1.90 stamp and the final two values feature the shepherds visiting the stable ($2.40) and the Wise Men ($2.90).

For further details of the issue, visit the New Zealand Post website.

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