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100 Markkaa Paavo Nurmi
1997 year| Silver (.925) | 22 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Finland |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1919-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 100 Markkaa (100 FIM) |
| Currency | New Markka (1963-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 22 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 January 2002 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#67667 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 59% |
Reverse
Facial portrait and running Paavo Nurmi
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PAAVO NURMI 1897 1973
100 MK
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 100 Markkaa (Paavo Nurmi) 1997 coin from Finland features an image of Paavo Nurmi, a famous Finnish runner, on its obverse side. This coin was minted to commemorate Nurmi's achievements in the 1920 and 1924 Olympics, where he won a total of nine gold medals in events such as the 1500 meters, 5000 meters, and 3000 meters steeplechase.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 S | 6500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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