Finland 1963 Heraldic Lion Type I

Finland · 1963 · 1 mk

The stamp features the heraldic lion of Finland, a national symbol, with the denomination '1 mk' encircled by a wide white border. This Type I variant is characterized by fewer engraved lines in the lion and roses.

This stamp is part of a definitive series featuring the heraldic lion, the national coat of arms of Finland, symbolizing the nation's sovereignty and identity. Definitive stamps like this were essential for everyday postal services in Finland during the 1960s.