10 Markkaa


Aluminium bronze (93% Copper, 3% Aluminium, 2% Nickel)	8 g	27.0 mm

Description

Issuer	Finland
Period	Republic (1919-date)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Years	1928-1939
Value	10 Markkaa
Currency	Markka (1860-1963)
Composition	Aluminium bronze (93% Copper, 3% Aluminium, 2% Nickel)
Weight	8 g
Diameter	27.0 mm
Thickness	2 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized	Yes
Updated	2024-10-04

References

Numista	N#6626
Rarity index	13%

Reverse

Denomination divided by wreath.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
SUOMEN TASAVALTA
10 MARKKAA

Translation:
REPUBLIC OF FINLAND
10 MARKKAA

Engraver: Isak Gustaf Sundell

Edge

Reeded

Comment

In early editions of World Coins this coin had KM#63

Interesting fact

The 10 Markkaa coin from Finland, issued between 1928 and 1939, features a unique design that reflects the country's cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized image of a Finnish maiden, while the reverse side features a spruce tree, which is a symbol of Finland's natural resources and forestry industry. The coin's designer, sculptor and medallist, Akseli Gallen-Kallela, was a prominent figure in the Finnish art world and is known for his contributions to the country's art and design.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
1928	730000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1929		-	-	-	-	-	-
1930	260000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1931	1530000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1932	1010000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1934	154000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1935	81000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1936	304000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1937	181000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1938	631000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1939	133000	-	-	-	-	-	-