Finnish Lion Type M63, 20 Penniä
Finland · 1963 · 20p
This definitive stamp features the Finnish coat of arms, a crowned lion rampant holding a sword, standing on a scimitar. The design, known as the Lion type M63, was a long-running and iconic series in Finnish philately, printed in a deep blue color. The denomination of 20 penniä is clearly displayed in the upper right corner.
Issued in 1963, this stamp was part of a new definitive series that replaced the previous Lion M54 design, reflecting a period of post-war stability and modernization in Finland.
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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