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Finland 1891 Two-Headed Russian Eagle 8 Penniä
uncommonpre-1900

Finland 1891 Two-Headed Russian Eagle 8 Penniä

Finland · 1891 · 8 Penniä

The stamp features a two-headed Russian eagle, the imperial emblem, within an oval frame surrounded by rings. The denomination '8 P' is present in all four corners.

Issued during Finland's period as an autonomous Grand Duchy within the Russian Empire, this stamp reflects Russian imperial authority. It is part of a series that replaced earlier Finnish designs, signifying increasing Russification efforts.

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Image: Post of Finland · License: Public domain

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