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May 5th 2004. Hawaiian Flowers.
Three stamps in a triptych and a mini-sheet were issued on May 5th 2004 which show Hawaiian flowers.
The triptych shows 3 Hawaiian flowers with a rainbow in the background. Rainbows occur frequently in Hawai'i and can be large and quite spectacular.
The $2 stamp in the triptych (above left) prepays extra charges, such as additional weight. It shows the 'Ilima flower, a member of the Malvaceae species (Sada Fallax). The 'Ilima is the official flower of the island of O'ahu. The 'Ilima has long been cultivated by Hawaiians to make leis. Since the flower only blooms for one day and many hundreds are required to make a lei, it was made especially for the Ali'i (Royalty). The plant is found throughout the Pacific. In Hawai'i, it is found on all the islands and it grows on varied soil from the coast up to about 2,000 feet.
The $5 stamp in the triptych (above middle) prepays the Overnight rate. It shows the Kokio ke'oke'o flower or White Hibiscus (Hibiscus arnottianus).The Hibiscus flower ( including red, white and yellow colors) is the official flower of the State of Hawai'i. This flowering small tree or shrub is found on all the islands, most notably O'ahu. It grows on varied soil from the coast up to about 3,000 feet. Since it is easily grown, continues to bloom and requires low maintenance, it is found in many Hawaiian gardens. It's also found in curbside landscaping in Waikiki and on the edge of Hawai'i business and industrial parks.
The $8 stamp in the triptych (above right) prepays the Same Day rate. It shows the 'Aali'i ku makani flowers and winged fruits, a member of the Sapindaceae species (Dodonaea viscosa). This flowering small tree is found in many varieties throughout the Tropics. In Hawai'i, it is found on all the major islands and it grows on varied soil from the coast up to about 2,500 feet.The flowers, seeds and winged fruits are used to make leis and hakuleis (leis for the hair).
The $3 minisheet (above) prepays extra charges, such as additional weight. It shows the same flowers, but in one design with no perforations or roulettes.
The special postmark for this issue shows the Kokio ke'oke'o flower or White Hibiscus (Hibiscus arnottianus).
WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS ON ALL ORDERS
Technical details of the stamps and mini-sheet:
Colors: $2, $5 & $8 stamps and $3 mini-sheet - Multicolored
Size: 102mm x 70mm (mini-sheet)
Stamps sheet size: A triptych of 3 across.
Perforation: Triptych - outer edges, perf 12. The two vertical divisions within the triptych are rouletted 5. Mini-sheet - imperforate.
Mini-sheet and triptych design: Enelani.
Layout & Pre-press: Enelani.
Printer: Hawai'i Security Printers, Honolulu, Hawai'i.
Printing Method: 4-color (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Black) printing process.
Sheet margin markings: HAWAI'I POST (top middle), "Traffic Light" showing 4 colors used in printing (lower left side), © 2004 Hawai'i Post (lower right side) & Hawai'i Security Printers, Honolulu, Hawai'i. (bottom middle)
Paper: GPA coated white stock with water-activated gum on the back.
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