Finland 1931 Coat of Arms Overprint 50p on 40p
Finland · 1931 · 50p on 40p
The stamp features Finland's national coat of arms, depicting a crowned lion rampant holding a sword, with an overprint changing its denomination from 40p to 50p.
Issued in 1931, this overprinted stamp likely reflects a change in postal rates or a temporary shortage of the 50p denomination, a common practice during periods of economic adjustment or postal reform in post-independence Finland.
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Image: Post of Finland · License: Public domain
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Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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