common1945-1980

Sauna Heating Materials

Name: Sauna Heating Materials
Brand: Finland

Finland · 1977 · 1,00 mk

The stamp features a person carrying firewood towards a traditional Finnish sauna, illustrating the preparation for this integral cultural practice. The design emphasizes the natural materials used in heating a sauna.

Saunas are a cornerstone of Finnish identity and daily life, used for relaxation, hygiene, and social bonding. This stamp celebrates the enduring tradition and cultural significance of the Finnish sauna.

Printing Method

Photogravure

Themes

sauna culture tradition firewood transport finland

Catalog Numbers

sg903

scott602

michel843

Image: · License:

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$1.5

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.