Finnish Lion Type II, 1 Markka

Name: Finnish Lion Type II, 1 Markka
Brand: Finland

Finland · 1970 · 1 mk

This definitive stamp features the Finnish coat of arms, a crowned lion rampant holding a sword, standing on a sabre. The design, known as the Lion type M63, was created by Olavi Vepsäläinen and engraved by Birger Ekholm. This specific issue is part of a long-running series representing Finnish national identity.

Issued during a period of economic stability and neutrality in Finland, this definitive stamp series was a workhorse of the Finnish postal system, used for everyday mail for many years.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

heraldry coat-of-arms lions definitive

Catalog Numbers

sg716

scott495

michel668

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.