Finland 1866 60 Penni Coat of Arms

Finland · 1866 · 60 Penni

The stamp features the Finnish coat of arms, depicting a crowned lion holding a sword, standing on a scimitar, and surrounded by nine roses. The country name 'FINLAND' is at the top, and the denomination '60 PENNI' is at the bottom.

Issued when Finland was an autonomous Grand Duchy under the Russian Empire, this stamp reflects an early assertion of Finnish national identity through its distinctive coat of arms. It is part of a series that marked a significant step in Finland's postal autonomy.