common1900-1945

Finland 1940 Coat of Arms Lion Definitive

Name: Finland 1940 Coat of Arms Lion Definitive
Brand: Finland

Finland · 1940 · 1.25 Markka

A definitive stamp from Finland featuring the national coat of arms, depicting a crowned lion rampant holding a sword, with nine roses in the field. The design was created by Signe Hammarsten-Jansson.

Issued during World War II, this stamp represents Finnish national identity and resilience during a period of significant geopolitical tension and conflict, including the Winter War and Continuation War.

Printing Method

Typography

Themes

coat-of-arms lion national-symbol definitive

Catalog Numbers

sg472

scott233

michel269

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.75

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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