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Finland's First Stamp: 10 Kopecks, 1856

Name: Finland's First Stamp: 10 Kopecks, 1856
Brand: Finland

Finland · 1856 · 10 kopecks

This stamp features the Finnish coat of arms, depicting a crowned lion holding a sword, with a posthorn in the lower left corner. Issued in 1856, it was Finland's inaugural postage stamp, marking a significant step in its postal history.

At the time of its issue, Finland was an autonomous Grand Duchy under the Russian Empire. The introduction of these stamps facilitated a more organized and efficient postal service within the Grand Duchy.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

first-stamp heraldry lion crown posthorn imperial-russia

Catalog Numbers

sg1

scott1

michel1

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$4,000

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1,500

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$500

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$150

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$50

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.