Finland 1943 Lion Type with Field Post Overprint
Finland · 1943 · 30 mk
The stamp features a stylized lion rampant, a national symbol of Finland, with an overprint 'Kenttäposti – Fältpost' (Field Post) in two languages. The design is by Signe Hammarsten-Jansson.
Issued during World War II (Continuation War for Finland), this stamp with a 'Field Post' overprint was used for military mail, reflecting the wartime conditions and the need for specific postal services for soldiers.
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Image: Post of Finland · License: Public domain
Estimated Values by Condition
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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