Finland 1918 Lion Type Definitive
Finland · 1918 · 20 Penniä
The stamp features the heraldic Finnish lion rampant, holding a sword and trampling a saber, within an oval frame. 'SUOMI FINLAND' and the denomination '20 P' are inscribed below.
Issued shortly after Finland declared independence from Russia and established itself as a republic, this stamp represents one of the new nation's first definitive series, symbolizing its sovereignty.
Printing Method
Typography
Catalog Numbers
Image: Postal administration of Finland (Posti) · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
