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uncommon1900-1945
Finland 1911 Russian Imperial Eagle
Finland · 1911 · 5 penniä
The stamp features a two-headed Russian imperial eagle within an oval frame, with the denomination '5 PENNIA' at the bottom. The design is characteristic of stamps issued during Finland's period as a Grand Duchy under the Russian Empire.
Issued during Finland's autonomy as a Grand Duchy under the Russian Empire, this stamp reflects the imperial authority before Finland gained full independence. It is part of a series known as 'Russian designs' due to the prominent imperial emblem.
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Image: Post of Finland · License: Public domain
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