Finland – Scott #s 668-69
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Finland Scott #s 668–669 (1982) is a Mint Never Hinged EUROPA pair honoring Mikael Agricola and the origins of written Finnish, featuring manuscript and historical teaching scenes.
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Description
Finland Scott #s 668–669, issued in 1982, form a Mint Never Hinged (MNH) EUROPA commemorative pair honoring Mikael Agricola and the cultural foundations of written Finnish and early religious literature.
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Scott #668 (1.20 markkaa) features a portrait of Mikael Agricola alongside a page from Abckiria, his 1543 primer and the first printed book in Finnish, marking a cornerstone in Finland’s linguistic and educational history.
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Scott #669 (1.50 markkaa) depicts a historical scene of religious teaching and public instruction, framed by classical columns, symbolizing the spread of literacy, faith, and learning.
Both stamps are bilingual, inscribed SUOMI–FINLAND, and include the EUROPA emblem, linking Finland’s national heritage to a shared European cultural narrative. The designs combine historical illustration with manuscript-inspired elements.
These examples are Mint Never Hinged, with full original gum and clean, fresh appearance. An excellent pair for collectors of Europa issues, Finnish history, religion, or language development.
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