Lion of Finland, Type II
Finland · 1971 · 0.50 mk
This definitive stamp features the Lion of Finland, a prominent symbol from the national coat of arms. The design, a crowned lion rampant holding a sword, is rendered in a single color against a solid background, a classic representation of Finnish national identity. This is a Type II version of the long-running Lion definitive series.
Issued during a period of stability and economic growth in Finland, this definitive stamp was a workhorse of the Finnish postal system, reflecting a strong sense of national pride.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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