uncommonpre-1900

Finland 1866 10 Penni Coat of Arms Lion

Name: Finland 1866 10 Penni Coat of Arms Lion
Brand: Finland

Finland · 1866 · 10 Penni

A 10 Penni stamp from Finland featuring the national coat of arms, depicting a crowned lion rampant holding a sword, with nine roses scattered around it. The stamp is characterized by its distinctive large perforation, typically 7½:8.

Issued during Finland's period as an autonomous Grand Duchy under the Russian Empire, this stamp represents an early example of Finnish postal independence and national identity.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

coat-of-arms lion heraldry

Catalog Numbers

sg15

scott15

michel15

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$35

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$25

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$20

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$10

Good(G)

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.