Finland 1917 Saarinen Model, 5 Markkaa Red and Black

Finland · 1917 · 5 mk

This definitive stamp features the Finnish coat of arms, a crowned lion rampant holding a sword, standing on a scimitar. Designed by renowned architect Eliel Saarinen, this iconic 'Model 1917' or 'Saarinen Model' design became a symbol of Finnish identity and was used in various forms for decades.

Issued in 1917, the year Finland declared its independence from the Russian Empire, this stamp represents a pivotal moment in the nation's history and its assertion of sovereignty.