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Finland 1927 1 Markka Coat of Arms by Eliel Saarinen

Name: Finland 1927 1 Markka Coat of Arms by Eliel Saarinen
Brand: Finland

Finland · 1927 · 1 Markka

This 1 Markka definitive stamp from 1927 features the Finnish Coat of Arms, a lion rampant with a sword, designed by the renowned architect Eliel Saarinen. It was part of a series issued to represent the newly independent nation.

Issued a decade after Finland gained independence from Russia, this stamp series played a role in establishing and promoting Finnish national identity and sovereignty through its official symbols.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

coat-of-arms national-symbols architecture design

Catalog Numbers

sg410

scott177

michel177

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.5

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.25

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.1

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.05

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