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October 8th 2004. Medicinal Plants of Hawai'i.
Three stamps in a triptych and a mini-sheet were issued on October 8th 2004 which show medicinal plants of Hawai'i..
The triptych shows three medicinal plants of Hawai'i.
The $2 stamp in the triptych (above left) prepays extra charges, such as additional weight. It shows the 'Awapuhi kuahiwi (Zingiber zerumbet), also known as "Wild Ginger". This plant was probably brought to Hawai'i by early settlers from the Marquesas. It is found in lower forests and is a rhizome which grows to about two feet tall with a dozen or so leaves. The flower grows up separately from the leaves, but from the same spreading root. The flower head is topped by one or two very small flowers. The flower head contains a sticky sap which was used as shampoo by Hawaiians. Other parts of this plant were prepared by Hawaiians and used to cure headaches, toothache, fungal infections and various skin diseases. In modern days it is still used to cure stomach ache.
The $5 stamp in the triptych (above middle) prepays the Overnight rate. It shows the Hala (Pandanus tectorius). Also known as the "Screw Pine". Hala is indigenous to Hawai'i and grows in coastal areas up to about 2,000 feet. This tree can grow up to twenty feet tall. It's main characteristic is its aerial roots which are very distinctive. Its main medicinal use by Hawaiians was for childbirth, pain relief and some infant diseases. Modern medicinal use has been discontinued.
The $8 stamp in the triptych (above right) prepays the Same Day rate. It shows the Popolo (solanum americanum). Also, known as the "Glossy Nightshade". Popolo is indigenous to Hawai'i and grows in the dry lowlands up to the damp forests. This shrub grows to about three feet tall. The main medicinal use by Hawaiians was for stomach ache and respiratory problems, like asthma. Modern use is for indigestion and colds.
The $8 minisheet (above) prepays the Same Day rate. It shows the same plants, but in one design with no perforations or roulettes.
The special postmark for this issue shows the flower head of the 'Awapuhi kuahiwi (Zingiber zerumbet), also known as "Wild Ginger".
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Technical details of the stamps and mini-sheet:
Colors: $2, $5 & $8 stamps and $8 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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