Date of Issue : 19 Mar 1999
Postmark : Port Melbourne VIC 3207
Denomination : 45c, 85c, AU$1.00 and AU$1.05
Stamp Size : 30 mm x 30 mm
Paper : CPL
Printing Process : Offset Lithography
The four sailing ships featured in this stamp issue are Polly Woodside (45c), Alma Doepel (85c), Enterprize (AU$1.00) and Lady Nelson (AU$1.05). These stamps were issued on the opening day of Australia 99 – Melbourne World Stamp Expo. A special feature of this issue is the tab next to the 45c stamp, showing the Expo logo, which is printed in black and gold.