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Finland 1 Mark Vaasa Design Lion Rampant Stamp, 1918
uncommon1900-1945

Finland 1 Mark Vaasa Design Lion Rampant Stamp, 1918

Finland · 1918 · 1 mark

A Finnish 1 mark postage stamp from 1918, featuring the 'Vaasa design' by Matti Visanti, which depicts a stylized lion rampant, the national symbol of Finland.

Issued in 1918, this stamp is one of the first issues of independent Finland, reflecting the nation's newly gained sovereignty during a period of civil war, with the design originating from the temporary government in Vaasa.

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Image: Published by Finnish Senate in Vaasa · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$300
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$180
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$100
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$50
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$20

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