Date of Issue : 1 Nov 2006
Postmark : St Marys NSW 2760
Denomination : 45c, 50c and AU$1.05
Stamp Size : 26 mm x 37.5 mm
Paper : Tullis Russell
Printing Process : Lithography
Through three stamps, the 2006 Christmas stamps released by Australia Post reflect aspects of the traditional Christmas story, depicting three scenes from the story surrounding Christ's birth – the baby Jesus in the arms of the Virgin Mary (45c), one of the three wise men journeying to Bethlehem (50c) and a young shepherd boy (AU$1.05). The stamp designs convey a sense of reverence and the spirit of this foundational Christian story.