common1900-1945

Finland 1927 1 Markka Lion Type by Eliel Saarinen

Name: Finland 1927 1 Markka Lion Type by Eliel Saarinen
Brand: Finland

Finland · 1927 · 1 Markka

This stamp features the iconic Lion of Finland, the national coat of arms, rendered in a distinctive style. It was designed by the renowned Finnish-American architect and designer Eliel Saarinen.

Issued a decade after Finland gained independence, this stamp series played a role in establishing and promoting the young nation's identity and sovereignty.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

national-symbols coat-of-arms lion eliel-saarinen

Catalog Numbers

sg275

scott150

michel150

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

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

$0.5

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