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uncommon1900-1945
Finland 1 Markka, Russian Empire Coat of Arms
Finland (Grand Duchy of Russia) · 1902 · 1 Markka
A definitive stamp from 1902 featuring the double-headed eagle coat of arms of the Russian Empire, with 'SUOMI' and 'FINLAND' at the bottom.
This stamp reflects Finland's status as an autonomous Grand Duchy within the Russian Empire, utilizing a design common to Russian stamps of the period.
Printing Method
Typography
Catalog Numbers
scott74a
michel59B
Image: Finance expedition of the Imperial Senat of the Russian Empire · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$300Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$180Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$100Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$50Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$20Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
