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1 Markka
| Silver (.868) | 5.18 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Finland |
|---|---|
| Grand Prince | Alexander II (1855-1881) Alexander III (1881-1894) Nicholas II (1894-1917) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1872-1915 |
| Value | 1 Markka |
| Currency | Markka (1860-1963) |
| Composition | Silver (.868) |
| Weight | 5.18 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#4435 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Denomination above date within wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1
MARKKA
1915
Translation:
1
MARK
1915
Edge
Milled
Comment
Kahnt/Schön and Schön catalog by ruler. Kahnt/Schön# 6 (1864-1874) for Alexander, Kahnt/Schön# 17 (1890-1893) for Alexander III, and Schön#12 (1907-) for Nicholas II.
Interesting fact
The 1 Markka coin from Finland, made of Silver (.868) and weighing 5.18g, is interesting because it was used as a form of currency in Finland during a time of great change and political upheaval. The coin was introduced in 1872, just a few years after Finland gained its independence from Russia, and it remained in circulation until 1915, when Finland became a republic. During this time, Finland experienced significant economic and political changes, including the introduction of a new currency system and the rise of industrialization. Despite these changes, the 1 Markka coin remained a stable and trusted form of currency, and it remains a valuable collector's item to this day.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1872 | 538000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1874 | 1002000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1890 | 841000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1892 | 484000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1893 | 254000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1907 | 350000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1908 | 153000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1915 | 1212000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Markka 1872-1915 coin.
