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uncommon1900-1945
Elias Lönnrot Portrait
Finland · 1931 · 1.25 Markka
This stamp features a dignified portrait of Elias Lönnrot, a prominent Finnish writer and folklorist. The design was created by Paavo Riihimäki.
Elias Lönnrot (1802-1884) was a key figure in Finnish national identity, best known for compiling the Kalevala, the national epic of Finland, from traditional oral poetry.
Printing Method
Engraved
Catalog Numbers
sg456
scott179
michel204
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$8Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$4Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$2Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$1Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$0.5Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
