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Finnish Javelin Gymnast Ale Saarvala
Finland · 1945 · 2 mk
The stamp depicts a portrait of Finnish javelin gymnast Ale Saarvala in a dynamic throwing pose. The denomination '2 mk' is visible at the bottom.
Issued in 1945, this stamp honors Ale Saarvala, a Finnish Olympic gold medalist in javelin. It likely served to celebrate national achievements and promote sports in post-World War II Finland.
Image: Published by Posti- ja telelaitos · License: Public domain
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