International
Co-operation Year

The General Assembly of the United Nations designated 1965 as International Co-operation Year.  1965 marked the 20th anniversary of the organisation, the Charter of the United Nations having been signed in June 1945.

The Graphic Presentation Unit of the United Nations Secretariat brought out a design of clasped hands within a laurel wreath symbolising peaceful co-operation among nations.  This illustration was used by many member States as the basis for their commemorative issues.

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 Technical details

Date of Issue: 28 September 1965
Designers: United Nations Organisation and Thomas De La Rue, England
Printers: Thomas De La Rue, England
Stamp Size: 40mm x 24mm
Sheet Size: 120 stamps per sheet
Process: Lithography
Performance Gauge: 14
Paper Type: Multiple NZ and star watermark