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commonpre-1900
Finland 5 penni Coat of Arms
Finland · 1885 · 5 penni
A definitive stamp featuring the Finnish coat of arms, depicting a crowned lion rampant holding a sword, with nine roses scattered around it. The denomination '5 penni' is printed in all four corners.
Issued during Finland's period as an autonomous Grand Duchy under the Russian Empire, this stamp reflects national identity through its heraldic design, a common motif for definitive issues of the era.
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Image: Post of Finland · License: Public domain
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