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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
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