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Finland 1953 Brown Bear Definitive
common1945-1980

Finland 1953 Brown Bear Definitive

Finland · 1953 · 20 mk

An engraved definitive stamp from Finland, issued in 1953, featuring a detailed depiction of a brown bear (Ursus arctos). The design was created by Signe Hammarsten-Jansson and engraved by Birger Ekholm, showcasing the country's iconic wildlife.

This stamp is part of a series of definitive issues from Finland, highlighting the nation's natural beauty and fauna, and was widely used for postal services in the mid-20th century.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

sg524
scott315
michel415

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1.5
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$1
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.75
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.4
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.2

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