100 Markkaa (Nordic World Ski Championships) 1989 front 100 Markkaa (Nordic World Ski Championships) 1989 back
100 Markkaa (Nordic World Ski Championships) 1989 photo

100 Markkaa Nordic World Ski Championships

1989 year
Silver (.830) (Copper .170) 24 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Finland
Period
Republic (1919-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1989
Value
100 Markkaa (100&nbspFIM)
Currency
New Markka (1963-2001)
Composition
Silver (.830) (Copper .170)
Weight
24 g
Diameter
35 mm
Thickness
2.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#68023
Rarity index
48%

Reverse

3 ski jumping towers, goal area of ski stadium

Script: Latin

Lettering:
100 MK
ML M

Engraver: Marjo Lahtinen

Edge

Smooth with lettering

Script: Latin

Lettering: MM-KISAT LAHDESSA ... VM-TÄVLINGEN I LAHTIS

Translation: World Championships in Lahti (In Finnish and in Swedish)

Interesting fact

The 100 Markkaa coin from Finland, issued in 1989 to commemorate the Nordic World Ski Championships, features a unique design that incorporates a hole in the center of the coin. This hole is designed to represent the ski jumping hill, which is a popular winter sport in Finland. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and skiing enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1989 ML 100000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Markkaa (Nordic World Ski Championships) 1989 coin.