Erikoispainatuksilla

Erikoispainatuksilla is a Finnish term used to describe items that are produced with special printings. It refers to editions or individual items that differ from standard prints because of the use of alternate inks, papers, or printing techniques. The word is composed of erikois- (special) and painatus (printing), with the suffix -lla indicating "with" in the adessive plural form, yielding "with special printings."

In publishing, philately, and design, erikoispainatuksilla is used to flag limited or variant editions. Common techniques include foil stamping, embossing, varnish or lacquer finishes, metallic inks, color variances, holograms, or the use of unusual paperstocks. The term is often found in catalogs, price lists, and museum labels to distinguish standard editions from those produced with these distinctive methods.

Collectors may value erikoispainatuksilla items for rarity, visual effect, or historical significance. The edition size, production quality, and condition affect market value, and descriptions may specify the particular printing technique used.

It is distinct from terms like erikoisnumero or limited edition, though it overlaps with concepts of exclusivity and collectibility. In practice, "erikoispainatuksilla" can be applied to postage stamps, posters, art prints, books, packaging, and promotional materials that feature non-standard printings.

See also: limited edition, misprint, variant.