Issued by Sweden (Sverige) in 1981, this finely engraved 5-krona commemorative stamp honors Lars Åström (1881–1977), marking the centenary of his birth. The design features a detailed engraved portrait rendered in a classic monochrome red tone, characteristic of Swedish intaglio stamp production. Created by engraver Majvor Franzén, the stamp reflects Sweden’s long tradition of high-quality portrait engraving. Collectors value this issue for its artistic engraving, historical commemoration, and inclusion in Sweden’s notable cultural-figure series. A desirable addition for Scandinavian, biography-themed, and engraved-stamp collections.