2025 PMC - Raptors - Birds of Prey - Little Eagle

2025 Raptors Birds of Prey Postal Medallion Cover - Little Eagle

Celebrate one of Australia's most agile and majestic birds of prey with this official 2025 Postal Medallion Cover from Australia Post. Part of the popular Raptors Birds of Prey collection, this release honours the Little Eagle, admired across the continent for its impressive aerial acrobatics, keen hunting skills, and distinctive feathered legs.

Housed in an officially illustrated presentation envelope, this postal medallion cover includes a large-format commemorative medallion rendered in full colour alongside an official Australia Post stamp and First Day of Issue postmark. It stands as an essential addition for collectors of native Australian wildlife, raptor themes, and philatelic medallion covers.

Specifications

• Year of Issue: 2025
• Theme: Raptors Birds of Prey – Little Eagle
• Format: Postal Medallion Cover (PMC)
• Medallion Finish: Full-Colour Enamel / Plated Base Metal
• Stamp Denomination: Official Australia Post Stamp
• Postmark: First Day of Issue Cancel
• Issuer: Australia Post

Design Details & Key Features

• Vibrant Medallion Art: Features an exclusive commemorative medallion displaying a detailed, full-colour artwork depiction of the Little Eagle in its natural habitat.
• Majestic Avian Icon: Honours the Little Eagle (Hieraaetus morphnoides), one of Australia's smallest true eagles, famous for its swift flight, varied plumage, and crest-like crown feathers.
• Official Philatelic Release: Includes a matching Australia Post stamp affixed to a beautifully designed pictorial cover with a dedicated commemorative postmark.

Condition and Presentation Note

• Uncirculated Quality: The enclosed medallion remains in fresh, uncirculated condition inside its protective clear window display.
• Official Packaging: Housed in its original Australia Post full-colour presentation cover.
• Packaging & Storage Wear: Outer presentation covers may exhibit minor shelf wear, subtle corner softening, or light surface handling marks consistent with postal storage and handling.