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1st Finnish Locomotive Ilmarinen
common1945-1980

1st Finnish Locomotive Ilmarinen

Finland · 1962 · 0,30 mk

The stamp features a depiction of the 'Ilmarinen', Finland's first locomotive, against a stylized background.

Issued in 1962, this stamp commemorates the 'Ilmarinen', the first locomotive to operate in Finland, which began service in 1861 and played a crucial role in the development of Finnish rail transport.

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.