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Finland 1945 Red Cross Surcharge, Building Worker
uncommon1900-1945

Finland 1945 Red Cross Surcharge, Building Worker

Finland · 1945 · 1 M. + 25 P.

A green and red semi-postal stamp from Finland, issued in 1945, depicting a building worker holding a hammer. It carries a surcharge benefiting the Red Cross.

Issued shortly after World War II, this stamp with a Red Cross surcharge highlights Finland's immediate post-war humanitarian efforts and the need for reconstruction.

Printing Method

Typography

Catalog Numbers

scottB65
michel291

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.