Finland 1 Markka Penni Coat of Arms stamp

Finland · 1866 · 1 mk p

The stamp features the Finnish Coat of Arms, depicting a crowned lion holding a sword, surrounded by nine roses, within an oval frame. The denomination '1 mk p' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

Issued in 1866, this stamp represents an early postal issue for Finland, which was then an autonomous Grand Duchy under the Russian Empire. It showcases the national coat of arms, symbolizing Finnish identity during a period of limited self-governance.