uncommon1900-1945

Finland 1940 Officer with Sword

Name: Finland 1940 Officer with Sword
Brand: Finland

Finland · 1940 ·

This Finnish stamp from 1940 depicts an 18th-century officer, likely from the Carolean era, holding a sword. The design was created by Signe Hammarsten-Jansson and masterfully engraved by Alexander Laurén.

Issued during a period of significant military conflict for Finland, this stamp likely served to evoke national pride and historical strength by featuring a figure from the nation's past military heritage.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

military history uniforms portraits 18th-century

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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

$1.5

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.75

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