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Finland 1925 Lion Type m/17 Definitive
common1900-1945

Finland 1925 Lion Type m/17 Definitive

Finland · 1925 · 1 M.

The stamp features the heraldic Finnish lion rampant, holding a sword and wearing a crown, set within an ornate rectangular frame. The country name 'SUOMI FINLAND' is at the top, and the denomination '1 M.' is at the bottom.

Issued in 1925, this stamp is part of Finland's first definitive series following its independence in 1917. It prominently features the Finnish heraldic lion, a powerful national symbol representing the newly established republic.

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scott102
michel87Aa

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

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