uncommon1945-1980

Finland 1955 Swedish Crusades 800th Anniversary

Name: Finland 1955 Swedish Crusades 800th Anniversary
Brand: Finland

Finland · 1955 ·

This Finnish stamp, issued in 1955, commemorates the 800th anniversary of the First Swedish Crusade to Finland in 1155. The design features King Erik IX of Sweden and Bishop Henry of Uppsala, who led the crusade.

The First Swedish Crusade is a foundational event in Finnish history, marking the beginning of Swedish influence and the Christianization of Finland. It established a long-lasting connection between Sweden and Finland.

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1.5

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.25

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