New Zealand postage stamps year 1909/1920 Used lot
Between 1909 and 1920, New Zealand’s postage stamps were more traditional in design compared to the innovative 1898 Pictorial series. The stamps issued in this period primarily featured King Edward VII and later King George V, alongside continued use of older designs with new printings, overprints, or colors.
Here’s a breakdown of the main New Zealand stamp issues from 1909 to 1920:
1. King Edward VII Definitive Issue (1909–1913)
- Issued: 1909–1913
- Design: Side profile of King Edward VII
- Features:
- Classic engraved portrait design
- Printed by De La Rue & Co. (London)
- Watermarked paper (NZ and star)
- Denominations: ½d, 1d, 2d, 3d, 4d, 6d, 1/-, 2/-, 5/-
Examples:
| Denomination | Color | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ½d | Green | King Edward VII profile |
| 1d | Red | Most commonly used value |
| 2d | Yellow | Scarcer in fine condition |
King George V “Dominion” Issue (1915–1920s)
- Issued: 1915 onward
- Design: Bust of King George V with the word “Dominion” (emphasizing NZ’s Dominion status from 1907)
- Printed by: Government Printer (Wellington)
- Typography: Surface-printed (not engraved)
- Watermark: Multiple types over time (NZ & Star, NZ & Crown)
- Common Denominations: ½d green, 1d red, 2d orange, 3d chocolate,
