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uncommon1900-1945
Finland 1940 Officer with Sword
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
Estimated Values by Condition
Superb(S)
$8Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Extremely Fine(XF)
$5Well centered, fresh colors
Very Fine(VF)
$3Nicely centered, minor flaws
Fine(F)
$1.5Average centering, acceptable
Good(G)
$0.75Off-center or visible wear
Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.
