Date of Issue : 23 Jan 2004
Postmark : Sydney NSW 2000
Denomination : 2 x 50c
Stamp Size : 37.5 mm x 26 mm
Paper : Tullis Russell
Printing Process : Lithography
The annual Australian Legends Award pays tribute to famous Australians for making a significant contribution to Australia's national identity and heritage within their lifetime. The Australian Legends Award 2004 goes to Dame Joan Sutherland, one of the world's greatest opera singer. The stamps feature Dame Joan Sutherland performing in the role of Lucia in Lucia Di Lammermoor (first stamp) and a portrait of Dame Joan Sutherland (second stamp).