China
2011 is the third FIAP international stamp exhibition to be held in China since
the two successful exhibitions in 1996 and 2003. It will take place from 11 to
15 November 2011 and aims to promote the development of philately throughout
Asia.
The
exhibition is being held under the patronage of the Federation of Inter-Asian
Philately and with recognition from the Fédération Internationale de
Philatélie. 31 countries and regions will be participating in what will be one
of the largest events on the 2011philatelic calendar.
More
than 250,000 international visitors are expected to visit the city of Wuxi to
attend China 2011. Wuxi lies on the southern border of Jiangsu Province, about
128 kilometers northwest of Shanghai.
New
Zealand Post has issued an exhibition miniature sheet and exhibition souvenir
cover to commemorate the event. The specially shaped miniature sheet incorporates
three 2011 Round Kiwi stamps set alongside China’s national treasure – the
giant panda. The exhibition souvenir cover beautifully depicts Wuxi’s Lake
Taihu, which is China's third-largest body of fresh water.
Technical
Details
Date
of Issue: 11 November 2011
Values:
Stamps of 1$20, 1$90 and 2$40
Designer:
Stamps Business, New Zealand Post, Wellington
Printer:
Southern Colour Print Ltd
Process:
Offset lithography
Size:
Round stamps
Perforation:
Paper:
Tullis Russell 104gsm red phosphor gummed stamp paper
Watermark:
Sheet:
One exhibition miniature sheet with three stamps
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