Date of Issue : 3 Feb 2016
Denomination : AU$1.00 and AU$3.00
Stamp Size : 26 mm x 37.5 mm
Paper : Tullis Russell Red Phosphor
Printing Process : Lithography
Monkey is the ninth sign of the Chinese zodiac. Those born under the sign are considered witty, mischievous and inquisitive. The Monkey's love of learning and ability to solve problems make it well suited to careers in finance, science and engineering. Famous people born in the Year of the Monkey include Julius Caesar, Leonardo da Vinci, Celine Dion, Kylie Minogue, Elizabeth Taylor and Hugh Jackman. The stamps in this issue feature a calligraphic pictorial illustration of the Monkey (AU$1.00) and the Chinese character for Monkey (AU$3.00). The miniature sheet in this stamp issue is also available in various materials, check them out here.