Since the inaugural Rugby World Cup Tournament in 1987, the world has come together in union every four years to celebrate this spectacular Tournament. In 2011, fans around the globe will wear their hearts on their sleeves as they hope to cheer on their favourite teams in the Final at Eden Park in Auckland on 23 October 2011.

Whatever team you choose to support, this official stamp collection will set you on the path towards Rugby World Cup 2011 – the biggest event ever staged in New Zealand, and likely to be the biggest sporting occasion in the world next year. 

Choose from a range of collectables that includes two stamp denominations (60 cents and $1.90), a first day cover, a miniature sheet, a miniature sheet first day cover, and a presentation pack – all bearing the image of the distinctive Rugby World Cup 2011 brand.

With the Tournament taking place in Aotearoa, New Zealand, it’s only fitting that the Rugby World Cup 2011 brand has a uniquely New Zealand feel. The stylistic interpretation of the Hammerhead Shark (Mangopare) and the Fern shoot (Koru) appear on the first day cover and miniature sheet first day cover. The Mangopare symbolises strength, determination, strategy and team play, while the Koru reaches towards the light, striving for perfection and encouraging new beginnings. These two powerful symbols combine to convey the idea of the world coming together in union for Rugby’s ultimate Tournament.

Source: New Zealand Post

published October 7th, 2011