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Apollo Butterfly
common1945-1980

Apollo Butterfly

Finland · 1954 · 20 mk

The stamp features an Apollo butterfly (Parnassius apollo) with its wings spread, against a plain background. The country name 'SUOMI FINLAND' is at the top, and the denomination '20 mk' is in the lower left.

This stamp is part of a definitive series depicting Finnish fauna, reflecting the country's natural heritage. It was issued during a period of post-war reconstruction and national identity building in Finland.

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.