Sweden 5 öre Lion Type
Sweden · 1900 · 5 öre
A blue definitive stamp from Sweden featuring a crowned lion rampant holding a shield with three crowns, with 'SVERIGE' at the top and '5 ÖRE' at the bottom.
This stamp is part of the 'Lion Type' definitive series, which depicted the national coat of arms and was widely used for general postal purposes in Sweden during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Printing Method
Engraved
Image: <a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:R._Henrik_Nilsson" title="User:R. Henrik Nilsson">R. Henrik Nilsson</a> · License: CC BY 4.0
Estimated Values by Condition
Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults
Well centered, fresh colors
Nicely centered, minor flaws
Average centering, acceptable
Off-center or visible wear
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