5 Pennia 1918-1940 front 5 Pennia 1918-1940 back
5 Pennia 1918-1940 photo
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5 Pennia

 
Copper 2.5 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Finland
Period
Republic (1919-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1918-1940
Value
5 Pennia (5 Penniä) (0.05)
Currency
Markka (1860-1963)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.5 g
Diameter
18 mm
Thickness
1.37 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#7456
Rarity index
8%

Reverse

Denomination flanked by rosettes.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 5 PENNIÄ

Engraver: Isak Gustaf Sundell

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Pennia coin from Finland, made of Copper and weighing 2.5 grams, is interesting because it was used during a time of great change in Finland's history. The coin was introduced in 1918, just a year after Finland declared its independence from Russia, and it remained in circulation until 1940, when Finland was forced to fight a brutal winter war against the Soviet Union. During this time, the coin was a symbol of Finnish independence and resilience, and it continues to be a sought-after collector's item today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1918  4270000 - - - - - -
1919  4640000 - - - - - -
1920  7710000 - - - - - -
1921  5910000 - - - - - -
1922  8540000 - - - - - -
1927  1520000 - - - - - -
1928  2110000 - - - - - -
1929  1500000 - - - - - -
1930  2140000 - - - - - -
1932  2130000 - - - - - -
1934  2180000 - - - - - -
1935  1610000 - - - - - -
1936  2610000 - - - - - -
1937  3830000 - - - - - -
1938  4300000 - - - - - -
1939  2270000 - - - - - -
1940  1610000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pennia 1918-1940 coin.