2026 Kangaroo & Joey - The Art of Eileen Mayo PMC
Limited To 1,000 Made
- Exclusive Postal Medallion Cover featuring a 45.6mm x 62mm die-cut zinc alloy medallion shaped like a perforated stamp, with magnetised back for versatile display options.
- Medallion crafted in zinc alloy with direct-to-metal digital print, showcasing iconic designs inspired by Eileen Mayo's celebrated Australian stamp and poster artwork.
- Includes matching stamps highlighting Mayo's legacy as a British-born artist (1906-1994) renowned for her contributions to Australian philately and graphic design.
- Bears a special First Day postmark, with cover designed to evoke Mayo's distinctive style of natural history illustration, printmaking, and vibrant poster art.
- A unique crossover collectible blending philately, medallic art, and Australian cultural history, perfect for stamp enthusiasts, art lovers, or admirers of mid-20th-century design.
Discover the enduring legacy of Eileen Mayo with the 2026 The Art of Eileen Mayo Medallion Cover from Australia Post, a stunning tribute to the iconic British-born artist who transformed Australian stamp and poster design after relocating to the country in 1953. Mayo's prolific career encompassed painting, printmaking, book illustration, calligraphy, murals, and tapestry, but she is especially remembered for her evocative wildlife and travel posters, as well as her influential stamp designs that captured Australia's unique flora, fauna, and landscapes with elegance and precision. The oversized, die-cut medallion—shaped like a classic perforated stamp and equipped with a magnetised back—brings her signature style to three-dimensional life through advanced digital printing on zinc alloy, creating a tactile, visually striking piece that honors her contributions to graphic art and national identity.
Paired with complementary stamps and a First Day postmark, this PMC is an innovative collectible that bridges traditional philately with modern medallic innovation, appealing to fans of Australian art history, mid-century design, or crossover items. Whether adding to a stamp collection, celebrating graphic heritage, or displaying as a standout art piece, this limited-edition release captures Mayo's timeless creativity and influence—secure yours to own a piece of Australia's artistic past!
(18074)
| SKU | 18074 |
| Barcode # | 9349766049382 |
| Brand | Australia Post |
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