1 Penni - Alexander II Pattern
1863 year| Copper | 1.28 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Finland |
|---|---|
| Grand Prince | Alexander II (1855-1881) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1863 |
| Value | 1 Penni (0.01) |
| Currency | Markka (1860-1963) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.28 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#143439 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Denomination above date
Lettering:
1
PENNI
1863
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin was minted in 1863, as a part of the first pattern set of markka coins. Other pattern coins of 1863 include 5, 10, 20pen, 1, 2mk coins.Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Penni coin was designed by the Finnish artist, Johan Vilhelm Snellman, who was also a prominent philosopher and statesman. The coin features a portrait of Alexander II, the Russian Emperor, on one side, and the Finnish coat of arms on the other. The coin was minted in 1863 as a pattern coin, which means it was not intended for circulation but rather as a prototype or sample. It's a rare and valuable coin among collectors, with only a few known examples existing today.