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uncommon1900-1945
Finland 1921 Surcharged Heraldic Lion Definitive
Finland · 1921 · 2 mk
A definitive stamp featuring a heraldic lion within an oval frame, surcharged with a bold '2' in black over the original '1½' denomination.
Issued in 1921, this stamp is part of Finland's early definitive series following its independence, reflecting changes in postal rates through surcharging.
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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.



