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Finland 1921 Lion Type Overprint 1½ Mark
uncommon1900-1945

Finland 1921 Lion Type Overprint 1½ Mark

Finland · 1921 · 1½ M

A blue definitive stamp featuring the heraldic Finnish lion rampant with a sword on a shield, surrounded by an ornate border. It bears a black three-line overprint of "1 ½ M" in the center.

Issued in the early years of the newly independent Republic of Finland, this definitive stamp features an overprint, likely reflecting a change in postal rates or currency during a period of national transition.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

scott126
michel110A

Image: Postal administration of Finland (Posti) · 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.