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Finland 1917 Lion Type Definitive
uncommon1900-1945

Finland 1917 Lion Type Definitive

Finland · 1917 · 40 Penniä

The stamp features the Finnish national emblem, a crowned lion rampant holding a sword, on a shield, with the country name 'FINLAND' and denomination '40 PENNIÄ'.

Issued in 1917, this definitive stamp marks Finland's declaration of independence from Russia, symbolizing the new republic's sovereignty with its national emblem.

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scott94
michel79A

Image: Postal administration of Finland (Posti) · License: Public domain

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