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5 Pennia Civil War Coinage
1917 year| Copper | 6.400 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Finland |
|---|---|
| Grand Prince | Nicholas II (1894-1917) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1917 |
| Value | 5 Pennia (5 Penniä) (0.05) |
| Currency | Markka (1860-1963) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.400 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Thickness | 1.82 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#10386 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Denomination and date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
5
PENNIÄ
1917
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1917 Finnish 5 Pennia coin features a unique design that reflects Finland's struggle for independence. The coin's obverse features a shield with the Finnish national colors (blue, white, and red) and a liberty cap, symbolizing Finland's fight for freedom from Russian rule. The reverse features a crowned lion, representing the Grand Duchy of Finland, which was a short-lived state that existed between 1809 and 1917. The coin's design was created by the Finnish artist, Eero Järnefelt, and it has become a beloved symbol of Finnish national identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1917 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Pennia (Civil War Coinage) 1917 coin.
