20 Markkaa


Gold (.900)	6.4516 g	21.3 mm

Description

Issuer	Finland
Grand Prince	Alexander II (1855-1881) Alexander III (1881-1894) Nicholas II (1894-1917)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Years	1878-1913
Value	20 Markkaa
Currency	Markka (1860-1963)
Composition	Gold (.900)
Weight	6.4516 g
Diameter	21.3 mm
Thickness	1.35 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized	1 January 1994
Updated	2024-10-04

References

Numista	N#22279
Rarity index	50%

Reverse

Denomination above date within within circle, legend surrounding.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
0,645..GRM. KUPARIA * 5,806..GRM. KULTAA.
20
MARKKAA
1913

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Kahnt/Schön and Schön catalog by ruler. Kahnt/Schön# 9 corresponds to KM# 9.1. For KM# 9.2, Kahnt/Schön# 11 (1879-1880) for Alexander II, Kahnt/Schön# 19 (1891) for Alexander III, and Schön# 15 (1903-) for Nicholas II.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 20 Markkaa coin from Finland made of Gold (.900) weighing 6.4516 g is that it was designed by the Finnish artist, sculptor, and medalist, Walter Runeberg. He was a prominent figure in the Finnish art scene and is known for his work in various fields, including sculpture, painting, and numismatics. The coin features a beautiful design that showcases Finland's rich cultural heritage and history.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
1878	235000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1879	300000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1880	90000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1891	91000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1903	112000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1904	188000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1910	201000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1911	161000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1912	881000	-	-	-	-	-	-
1913	214000	-	-	-	-	-	-