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uncommon1900-1945
Red Cross Henrik Gabriel Porthan Commemorative
Finland · 1935 · 1 mk + 50 p
The stamp features a portrait of Henrik Gabriel Porthan, a Finnish historian, with text 'SUOMI FINLAND' and 'HENRIK GABRIEL PORTHAN 1739-1804'. It includes the denomination '1 mk + 50 p' and 'PUNAINEN RISTI RÖDA KORSET' (Red Cross).
Issued in 1935, this stamp commemorates Henrik Gabriel Porthan, a prominent Finnish historian, and includes a surcharge benefiting the Red Cross, a common practice for humanitarian fundraising.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: Post of Finland · License: Public domain
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