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uncommon1945-1980
Finland 1955 Swedish Crusades 800th Anniversary
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.
Printing Method
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$2Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$1.5Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$1Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$0.5Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$0.25Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
