2025 Happy Chinese New Year Stamp And Coin Cover PNC
Embodying the power and prestige of the mythical Chinese dragon, this Australia Post stamp and coin cover offers a great way to celebrate the Lunar New Year.
Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year is one of the most important celebrations for Chinese people across the globe. It is a time for families to reunite, as well as honour deities and ancestors. According to Chinese folktale, the Chinese dragon is used to scare away a ferocious monster named “Nian” and believed to bring good luck in the new year.
Coloured dragon design
The reverse of the coin features a coloured representation of a Chinese dragon with fireworks in the background. Also included in the design are the Chinese characters ‘新年快乐’, a common phrase said to wish one a Happy New Year, and The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark.
Australia Post stamps
The official $1.50 and $3.00 Australia Post stamps feature a snake with red and gold scales. A commemorative postmark in the form of a snake's body in a Chinese knot includes the words ‘First day of issue 7 January 2025 Christmas Island WA 6798’.
Illustrated envelope
The illustrated envelope features a gold dragon on a red background, and the words ‘HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR 2025’ on an oriental pattern. Also included on the envelope is Australia Post’s Seal of Authenticity.
Key features:
- Coloured dragon design
- Official Australia Post stamps
- Red and gold Chinese dragon envelope design
2025 Happy Chinese New Year Stamp And Coin Cover PNC
Embodying the power and prestige of the mythical Chinese dragon, this Australia Post stamp and coin cover offers a great way to celebrate the Lunar New Year.
Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year is one of the most important celebrations for Chinese people across the globe. It is a time for families to reunite, as well as honour deities and ancestors. According to Chinese folktale, the Chinese dragon is used to scare away a ferocious monster named “Nian” and believed to bring good luck in the new year.
Coloured dragon design
The reverse of the coin features a coloured representation of a Chinese dragon with fireworks in the background. Also included in the design are the Chinese characters ‘新年快乐’, a common phrase said to wish one a Happy New Year, and The Perth Mint’s traditional ‘P’ mintmark.
Australia Post stamps
The official $1.50 and $3.00 Australia Post stamps feature a snake with red and gold scales. A commemorative postmark in the form of a snake's body in a Chinese knot includes the words ‘First day of issue 7 January 2025 Christmas Island WA 6798’.
Illustrated envelope
The illustrated envelope features a gold dragon on a red background, and the words ‘HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR 2025’ on an oriental pattern. Also included on the envelope is Australia Post’s Seal of Authenticity.
Key features:
- Coloured dragon design
- Official Australia Post stamps
- Red and gold Chinese dragon envelope design