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Finland 1873 Coat of Arms, 60 Pennia
Finland · 1873 · 60 PENNIA
The stamp features the Finnish coat of arms, depicting a crowned lion rampant holding a sword, with nine roses scattered around it, all within an ornate oval frame. The denomination '60 PENNIA' is printed below the central design.
This stamp was issued during Finland's period as an autonomous Grand Duchy under the Russian Empire. The coat of arms represents Finnish national identity, even while under foreign rule, making it a significant symbol of sovereignty and heritage.
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Image: Post of Finland · License: Public domain
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