common1945-1980

Finland 1959 Cowslip (Primula veris)

Name: Finland 1959 Cowslip (Primula veris)
Brand: Finland

Finland · 1959 · 30 mk

This Finnish stamp from 1959 features a detailed illustration of a Cowslip (Primula veris), a common European wildflower. The design was created by Signe Hammarsten-Jansson and engraved by Reijo Achrén.

Issued as part of a series depicting Finnish flora, this stamp reflects a common theme in post-war European philately, celebrating national natural heritage and beauty.

Printing Method

Engraved

Themes

flower flora nature cowslip

Catalog Numbers

sg587

scott378

michel498

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.75

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.5

Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.25

Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.1

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