common1900-1945

Finland 1944 Express Locomotive with Red Cross Train

Name: Finland 1944 Express Locomotive with Red Cross Train
Brand: Finland

Finland · 1944 · 10 Markka

This stamp features an Express Locomotive Type HR 1 pulling a Red Cross train, symbolizing humanitarian aid during wartime. The design was created by Signe Hammarsten-Jansson and engraved by Alexander Laurén.

Issued during World War II, this stamp highlights the crucial role of the Red Cross and railway transport in providing humanitarian assistance and supplies in Finland amidst the conflict.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

locomotive train railway transportation red-cross wartime

Catalog Numbers

sg701

scott267

michel306

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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.