Finland 5 Penni Lion Type Definitive Stamp, Postmarked 1906
Finland · 1906 · 5 Penni
This listing features a 5 penni green definitive stamp from Finland, depicting the Finnish Lion coat of arms. The stamp is postmarked 'HELSINGFORS 1906' and is shown affixed to the message side of a 1906 postcard.
The Finnish Lion type definitives were issued during a period of significant national awakening in Finland, symbolizing national identity under Russian imperial rule. This particular stamp was used in Helsingfors (Helsinki) in 1906.
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
