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Finland 1918 Vaasa Temporary Wartime Issue, Lion Emblem
uncommon1900-1945

Finland 1918 Vaasa Temporary Wartime Issue, Lion Emblem

Finland · 1918 · 10 P

The stamp features the lion from Finland's national coat of arms, depicted within an oval frame. It is denominated '10 P' and includes the country names 'SUOMI FINLAND'.

Issued in 1918 during the Finnish Civil War, this stamp was a temporary measure by the White government, which had its temporary capital in Vaasa, to maintain postal services amidst the conflict and disruption following Finland's declaration of independence.

Image: Post of Finland · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.