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Finland 1965 Jean Sibelius Centenary Stamp
common1945-1980

Finland 1965 Jean Sibelius Centenary Stamp

Finland · 1965 · 50 Pennia

This Finnish stamp from 1965 features a stylized silhouette portrait of the renowned composer Jean Sibelius, accompanied by a piano. The design, created by Olavi Vepsäläinen and engraved by Birger Ekholm, commemorates the centenary of Sibelius's birth.

Issued in 1965, this stamp celebrates the 100th anniversary of the birth of Jean Sibelius (1865-1957), Finland's most famous classical composer, known for his symphonies and tone poems.

Printing Method

Engraved

Catalog Numbers

sg606
scott433
michel599

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.5
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.25
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$0.1
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$0.05

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