Finland 5 Penni Coat of Arms (Type IV Rouletted)

Finland · 1866 · 5 Penni

A 5 Penni stamp from Finland featuring the national coat of arms, depicting a crowned lion brandishing a sword, encircled by nine roses. The denomination is clearly visible at the bottom.

Issued in 1866, this stamp is part of Finland's early definitive series during its period as an autonomous Grand Duchy within the Russian Empire, representing a significant piece of its nascent postal independence. The Type IV rouletted perforation was used only very occasionally.