1901 Finland 2 Pennia Russian Eagle Provisional Issue

Finland · 1901 · 2 Pennia

A 2 Pennia stamp featuring a two-headed Russian imperial eagle within an oval frame, with the denomination '2 PENNIA' at the bottom. This is the first temporary issue, identifiable by indistinct horizontal shading lines behind the coat of arms.

Issued in 1901, this provisional stamp reflects Finland's status as an autonomous Grand Duchy under the Russian Empire, using a Russian imperial design adapted with Finnish currency during a period of Russification.