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During the period of Swedish rule, the administration of Finland was conducted in accordance with Swedish traditions. As part of this governance, the Swedish authorities collected taxes from the Finnish population. Initially, these taxes were primarily paid in the form of furs. Over time, the requirements evolved to include payments in grain, butter, and money.12