Finland 1963 Coat of Arms Lion Type I WIFAG Press Printing

Finland · 1963 · 1 mk

This stamp features the Lion Type M63 design, characterized by a wide white circle around the value. It is a Type I variety, printed on a WIFAG printing press, which results in fewer engraved lines in the heraldic lion and roses, particularly noticeable in the lion's leg. The stamp was designed by Signe Hammarsten-Jansson.

Issued in 1963, this definitive stamp is part of a series depicting Finland's national coat of arms, a powerful symbol of national identity and sovereignty. The M63 series served as a standard postage issue for many years, reflecting the nation's stability and heritage.