Definitive Stamp, Lion Type M/63
Finland · 1981 · 1.10 mk
This definitive stamp features the Finnish coat of arms, a crowned lion rampant holding a sword, standing on a scimitar. Known as the Lion type M/63, this design was a long-running definitive series in Finland, with this particular value issued as part of the 1981-1984 set to meet new postal rates.
Issued during a period of stability in Finland, this stamp represents the continuity of national symbols in everyday life. The Lion M/63 design, originally introduced in 1963, became an iconic representation of Finnish postage for several decades.
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
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
