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common1900-1945
Finland 1930 Lion Type Definitive
Finland · 1930 · 3 markkaa
The stamp features a stylized heraldic lion, the national symbol of Finland, holding a sword and standing on a saber, within an ornate rectangular frame. 'SUOMI FINLAND' is at the top, and '3 MARKKA' at the bottom.
Issued in 1930, this definitive stamp represents the newly independent Republic of Finland, showcasing its national emblem. It was part of a long-running series reflecting national identity during the interwar period.
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Catalog Numbers
scott175
michel154
Image: Postal administration of Finland (Posti) · License: Public domain
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