Australia Stamp
Date of Issue : 25 Jun 2001
Postmark : Sydney NSW 2000
Denomination : 45c and AU$1.00
Stamp Size : 37.5 mm x 26 mm
Paper : Tullis Russell
Printing Process : Lithography
Hong Kong Stamp
Date of Issue : 25 Jun 2001
Postmark : Hong Kong
Denomination : 2 x HK$5.00
Stamp Size : 37.5 mm x 26 mm
Paper : Tullis Russell
Printing Process : Lithography
This joint issue between Australia Post and Hong Kong Post celebrates dragon boat racing in both countries. The Dragon Boat Festival is one of Hong Kong's most exciting and popular festivals. Stamps issued in both countries are of the same design, featuring dragon boat race taking place in front of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (45c and HK$5.00) and the Sydney Opera House (AU$1.00 and HK$5.00).