Guest Aidan Work Posted August 2, 2005 Report Share Posted August 2, 2005 Name; Territory of Papua & New Guinea. Region; British Pacific Islands. Constitutional status at time of issue; An Australian-administered territory consisting of a union between Papua & New Guinea.Papua & New Guinea was granted a measure of self government in the 1970's under the name of the 'Territory of Papua New Guinea'.Papua New Guinea became independent in 1975. Capital; Port Moresby. Currency systems; 12 Pence = 1 Shilling,20 Shillings = 1 Pound. (to 1966). 100 Cents = 1 Dollar (1966-75). The postal orders of Papua & New Guinea are of the Australian design,but the prefix letter 'P' in the serial number is the distinctive code for this issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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