uncommon1900-1945

Finland 1919 Surcharge 50 Penni on 25 Penni Lion Type I

Name: Finland 1919 Surcharge 50 Penni on 25 Penni Lion Type I
Brand: Finland

Finland · 1919 · 50 Penni on 25 Penni

This stamp features a heraldic lion inside an oval, with the face value displayed at the bottom on both sides. It is a '50' overprint on an original 25 penni stamp. The design was created by renowned architect Eliel Saarinen.

Issued shortly after Finland gained independence, this stamp belongs to the nation's first definitive series. The surcharge indicates a postal rate adjustment during a period of significant national development and change.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

heraldic-lion surcharge definitive-series

Catalog Numbers

sg209

scott102

michel102

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$120

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$70

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$40

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$15

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

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