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Finland 1985 Coat of Arms 1 Markka Type III

Name: Finland 1985 Coat of Arms 1 Markka Type III
Brand: Finland

Finland · 1985 · 1 Markka

This 1 Markka definitive stamp from Finland, designed by Pirkko Vahtero, features the national Coat of Arms. It is identified as Type III, characterized by a diagonal hatched frame around the shield and numbers, and a non-filled comma in the design.

The Finnish Coat of Arms, depicting a crowned lion on a red field, has been a national symbol since the 16th century. Its appearance on definitive stamps reinforces national identity and heritage.

Printing Method

Offset

Themes

coat-of-arms heraldry national-symbols

Catalog Numbers

sg1128

scott756

michel868

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Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$0.5

Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$0.25

Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$0.15

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.