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Elk's Head of Huittinen Stamp
common1945-1980

Elk's Head of Huittinen Stamp

Finland · 1964 · 0,30 mk

A Finnish stamp from 1964 featuring the 'Elk's Head of Huittinen', a Neolithic soapstone figurine.

This stamp commemorates the ancient 'Elk's Head of Huittinen' artifact, a significant piece of Finnish prehistoric art dating back 6,000-7,000 BC, highlighting Finland's rich archaeological heritage.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Image: Posti- ja telelaitos (Finnish Mail) · License: Public domain

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