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Finnish 1863 Diet Stamps
uncommonpre-1900

Finnish 1863 Diet Stamps

Finland · 1863 · 5 KOP and 10 KOP

Two stamps featuring the Finnish coat of arms (a crowned lion with a sword) within an oval frame, with 'SUOMI' and the denomination (5 KOP or 10 KOP) at the bottom.

Issued in 1863, these stamps coincide with the reconvening of the Diet of Finland, a pivotal moment in Finnish history marking a step towards greater autonomy under Russian rule.

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