Finland 1917 Coat of Arms Type I, Redrawn Lion

Name: Finland 1917 Coat of Arms Type I, Redrawn Lion
Brand: Finland

Finland · 1917 · 5 Markka

This definitive stamp features the Finnish coat of arms, a crowned lion rampant on a red field, brandishing a sword and trampling a curved sabre. The design, created by renowned architect Eliel Saarinen, is known as the 'Model Saarinen' or 'Type I' and is distinguished by its redrawn, more stylized lion. The denomination '5 MARKKAA' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

Issued in 1917, this stamp marks a pivotal moment in Finnish history as the nation declared its independence from the Russian Empire. The use of the national coat of arms symbolized this newfound sovereignty.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

coat-of-arms heraldry lions national-symbols

Catalog Numbers

sg100

scott100

michel99

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$120

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$90

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$60

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$25

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