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uncommon1900-1945
Finland 1919 Surcharged Lion Definitive
Finland · 1919 · 20p on 10p
The stamp features Finland's heraldic lion within an oval frame, with a black surcharge of '20' applied over the original '10p' denomination.
Issued in 1919, this surcharged stamp reflects the postal rate adjustments in newly independent Finland, a period of significant national development and economic change.
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Image: Post of Finland · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$300Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$180Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$100Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$50Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$20Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
