Issue: The Gold Rush ERA FDC
Type: First Day Cover
Number of Stamps: 4
Stamps Denomination: 22c, 22c, 22c, 22c,
Issue Date: 20, MAY 1981
Issued By: The Gold Rush ERA FDC
The Gold Rush ERA FDC
The Gold Rush ERA FDC
gold rush that took place in Australia in 1981. The major gold rushes in Australia occurred during the 19th century.
The most significant Australian gold rushes include:
Victorian Gold Rush:
This was one of the largest and most enduring gold rushes in Australian history. Gold was discovered in Ballarat and Bendigo, leading to a massive influx of people to the state of Victoria. The gold rush significantly impacted the growth and development of the colony.
New South Wales Gold Rush:
Gold was discovered in various locations in New South Wales, including Bathurst and Orange. This gold rush contributed to the population growth of the colony.
Western Australian Gold Rushes:
Gold discoveries in Western Australia, particularly in places like Kalgoorlie and Coolgardie, led to substantial gold rushes and played a significant role in the economic development of the state.
Victorian Gold Rush:
This Gold Rush occurred in the state of Victoria, Australia. Gold was discovered in various locations, leading to a significant increase in population and economic growth in the region.
The set consisted of four stamps, each depicting a different aspect of the gold rush era:
- 22c Stamp: This stamp featured an illustration of a prospector panning for gold in a river. It symbolized the early stages of the gold rush when individuals would search for gold nuggets in rivers and streams.
- 22c Stamp: The 22-cent stamp depicted a scene of miners at work in a gold mine. This stamp represented the more organized and industrialized aspects of gold mining during the era.
- 22c Stamp: The 22-cent stamp showcased a gold escort, highlighting the security measures taken to protect gold shipments from mines to banks or other secure locations.
- 22c Stamp: The 22-cent stamp portrayed a goldfield scene with tents and people in the background, showcasing the bustling and transient nature of gold rush settlements.
