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uncommon1945-1980
Finland 1946 Lion Type Overprint
Finland · 1946 · 10 mk
A 1946 Finnish definitive stamp featuring the national lioncel emblem, originally 5 mk, overprinted in black to a new denomination of 10 mk.
Issued in the immediate post-World War II period, this overprint likely reflects economic adjustments and inflation in Finland following the conflicts.
Printing Method
Typography
Catalog Numbers
michel324 (= 304 with overprint)
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.
