1 Markka Pattern
1953 yearIron | - | - |
Issuer | Finland |
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Period | Republic (1919-date) |
Type | Pattern |
Year | 1953 |
Value | 1 Markka |
Currency | Markka (1860-1963) |
Composition | Iron |
Shape | Round |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#150639 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Markka coin from Finland, made of iron in 1953, features a unique design element - a hole in the center of the coin. This hole was intentionally added to the design to make it easier for people to thread the coin onto a string or cord, allowing them to wear it as a pendant or amulet. This unique feature has made the coin a popular collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of Finnish culture.