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Finland 1875 Lion Coat of Arms 5 Penni
commonpre-1900

Finland 1875 Lion Coat of Arms 5 Penni

Finland · 1875 · 5 Penni

The stamp features the Finnish coat of arms, depicting a crowned lion holding a sword, with nine roses scattered around it. The denomination '5 P' is visible in all four corners.

Issued when Finland was an autonomous Grand Duchy under the Russian Empire, this stamp reflects the nation's distinct identity and its developing postal system during that period.

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Image: Post of Finland · License: Public domain

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