uncommonpre-1900

Finland 1866 Coat of Arms Type, 20 Penniä Blue

Name: Finland 1866 Coat of Arms Type, 20 Penniä Blue
Brand: Finland
Availability: InStock

Finland · 1866 · 20 Penniä

This stamp features the Finnish coat of arms, a crowned lion rampant holding a sword, standing on a scimitar, set within a circular frame. The denomination '20 PENNIÄ' is inscribed at the bottom, with 'FINLAND' at the top. The design is notable for its intricate details and the use of a single color, blue.

Issued during the period when Finland was an autonomous Grand Duchy within the Russian Empire, this stamp represents a key part of Finland's early postal history and national identity.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

coat-of-arms heraldry lions

Catalog Numbers

scott12

michel10

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$150

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$100

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$60

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$30

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$10

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