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Finnish Gold Washing
common1980-2010

Finnish Gold Washing

Finland · 1983 · 2,00 mk

A Finnish postage stamp from 1983 depicting a person panning for gold in a river, illustrating the traditional practice of gold washing.

This stamp likely commemorates the historical and cultural significance of gold mining in Finland, particularly in regions like Lapland, where gold panning has been a traditional activity.

Printing Method

Offset

Image: Published by Posti- ja telelaitos · License: Public domain

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