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Diving into the Lake After the Sauna
common1945-1980

Diving into the Lake After the Sauna

Finland · 1949 · 20 mk

The stamp features a stylized depiction of a person diving headfirst into a lake, with trees lining the distant shore, symbolizing a traditional Finnish sauna experience.

This stamp reflects Finland's deep-rooted sauna culture, where diving into a cold lake after a hot sauna is a common and cherished tradition, highlighting a significant aspect of Finnish national identity.

Printing Method

Engraved

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.