Date of Issue : 6 Jan 2004
Postmark : Christmas Island 6798
Denomination : 50c and AU$1.45
Stamp Size : 37.5 mm x 26 mm
Paper : Tullis Russell
Printing Process : Lithography
Monkey is the ninth sign of the Chinese zodiac, and it symbolises intelligence and resourcefulness, combined with irreverence and mischief-making. Those born in the Year of the Monkey are said to be clever and quick-witted, skillful and versatile. The stamps in this issue feature a monkey, next to the Chinese text for "The Year of the Monkey" in gold foil.