uncommon1900-1945

Finland 1920 50 Pennia Revenue Tax Stamp

Name: Finland 1920 50 Pennia Revenue Tax Stamp
Brand: Finland

Finland · 1920 · 50 Pennia

This Finnish revenue stamp features the national coat of arms, depicting a crowned lion rampant holding a sword, surrounded by nine roses. The denomination '50 PENNIA' is clearly visible at the bottom, with 'SUOMI' (Finland) at the top. The design is characteristic of fiscal stamps from the early 20th century.

Issued shortly after Finland gained independence, this stamp was used for fiscal purposes to collect taxes or fees on various documents and transactions. Revenue stamps played a crucial role in government finance before the widespread adoption of modern taxation systems.

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revenue-stamp tax-stamp finland coat-of-arms lion

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$10

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

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.