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100 Markkaa Artturi Ilmari Virtanen
1995 year| Silver (.925) | 24 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Finland |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1919-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1995 |
| Value | 100 Markkaa (100 FIM) |
| Currency | New Markka (1963-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 24 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Thickness | 3.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#36043 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 62% |
Reverse
Head of Artturi Ilmari Virtanen to the right
Edge
Inscripted
Lettering: A.I. VIRTANEN 1895-1973 A.I. VIRTANEN 1895-1973
Interesting fact
The 100 Markkaa (Artturi Ilmari Virtanen) coin from Finland, made of Silver (.925) and weighing 24g, features a unique design that showcases the country's cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of Artturi Ilmari Virtanen, a renowned Finnish chemist and Nobel Prize laureate, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a spruce tree, which is a common motif in Finnish folklore and symbolizes strength and resilience. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its unique design and cultural significance make it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 S | 3000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Markkaa (Artturi Ilmari Virtanen) 1995 coin.
