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Finland 1895 Coat of Arms Definitive
uncommonpre-1900

Finland 1895 Coat of Arms Definitive

Finland · 1895 · 5 Pennia

The stamp features the Finnish coat of arms, depicting a crowned lion rampant holding a sword, with nine roses scattered around it. The denomination '5 PENNIA' is at the bottom, and 'SUOMI FINLAND' is at the top.

Issued when Finland was an autonomous Grand Duchy under Russian rule, this definitive stamp reflects Finland's distinct identity while part of the Russian Empire. It was intended for everyday postal use.

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scott63
michel31B

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

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