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Javelin Thrower Matti Järvinen
common1900-1945

Javelin Thrower Matti Järvinen

Finland · 1945 · 10 mk

The stamp features a dynamic depiction of Finnish javelin thrower Matti Järvinen in mid-throw. The denomination '10 mk' is displayed in the lower right corner.

This stamp likely honors Matti Järvinen, a celebrated Finnish Olympic gold medalist in javelin, reflecting Finland's strong tradition in athletics and national pride in its sporting heroes in the post-war period.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Image: Post of Finland · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$2
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1.04
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.5
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.21

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