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Finland 1889 Coat of Arms (m/89-type)
uncommonpre-1900

Finland 1889 Coat of Arms (m/89-type)

Finland · 1889 · 25 Penni

The stamp features the Finnish coat of arms, depicting a crowned lion holding a sword, surrounded by nine roses. Inscriptions are present in both Latin and Cyrillic letters, indicating its origin as a Grand Duchy of the Russian Empire.

Issued in 1889, this stamp reflects Finland's status as an autonomous Grand Duchy under Russian rule, a period marked by distinct Finnish postal administration despite Russian sovereignty.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

scott42
michel31A

Image: Finance expedition of the Imperial Senat of the Russian Empire · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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