Date of Issue : 23 Jan 2002
Postmark : Melbourne University VIC 3052
Denomination : 5 x 45c
Stamp Size : 37.5 mm x 26 mm
Paper : De La Rue, Red Phosphor
Printing Process : Lithography
The Australian Legends Award pays tribute to famous Australians for their significant contribution to the country. The Australian Legends Award 2002 recognises five prominent medical scientists, whose works have directly and indirectly contributed to human well-being in Australia and around the world. The stamps feature portrait of these five individuals – Sir Gustav Nossal AC CBE, Nancy Millis AC MBE, Fiona Stanley AC, Peter Doherty AC and Donald Metcalf AC.