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Finland 1921 Lion Type Definitive
common1900-1945

Finland 1921 Lion Type Definitive

Finland · 1921 · 17 mk

A heraldic lion, the national symbol of Finland, is depicted within an oval frame, with the denomination '17 mk' at the bottom. The design was created by Eliel Saarinen.

Issued as part of Finland's first definitive stamp series following its independence, this stamp features the iconic Finnish heraldic lion, representing national sovereignty.

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Image: Post of Finland · License: Public domain

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