Finland 1952 Lion Type Definitive

Finland · 1952 · 20 mk

The stamp features the heraldic Lion of Finland, the national emblem, depicted with a sword and trampling a saber, set against a smooth background. The denomination '20 mk' is positioned at the bottom.

Issued in 1952, this stamp is part of Finland's long-running 'Lion Type' definitive series, which prominently features the national coat of arms. Definitive stamps like this served as the backbone of the postal system for everyday mail, reflecting national identity and sovereignty.