Fredrik Pacius, Composer

Finland · 1948 · 20 mk

The stamp features a left-facing portrait of Fredrik Pacius, a prominent Finnish composer, with his name and life dates '1809-1891' inscribed below. The denomination '20 mk' is visible in the upper right corner.

This stamp honors Fredrik Pacius, often called the 'father of Finnish music,' who composed the Finnish national anthem. Issued in 1948, it commemorates his significant contributions to Finnish culture and musical heritage.