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Bishop Henrik and Lalli
common1945-1980

Bishop Henrik and Lalli

Finland · 1955 · 30 mk

The stamp depicts Bishop Henrik of Finland, a central figure in Finnish Christianization, with his alleged murderer Lalli kneeling at his feet.

This stamp commemorates the legend of Bishop Henrik, who is considered the patron saint of Finland, and his murder by the peasant Lalli, an event central to early Finnish history and folklore.

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.