Finland 1870 60 Pennia Coat of Arms

Finland · 1870 · 60 Pennia

The stamp features the Finnish coat of arms, depicting a crowned lion rampant holding a sword, with 'SUOMI' and 'FINLAND' at the top and '60 PENNIA' at the bottom.

Issued when Finland was an autonomous Grand Duchy within the Russian Empire, this stamp served the postal needs of the Finnish people during a period of developing national identity.