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uncommon1900-1945
Finland 1940 Lion Type Definitive with Overprint
Finland · 1940 · 2.75 mk
A carmine red definitive stamp featuring the Finnish heraldic lion, with a three-line overprint changing the denomination to 2.75 mk.
Issued during World War II, this overprinted definitive likely reflects changes in postal rates or economic conditions in Finland during the conflict.
Printing Method
Typography
Catalog Numbers
scott222
michel229
Image: Postal administration of Finland (Posti) · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$300Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$180Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$100Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$50Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$20Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
