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50 Markkaa Kalevala
1985 year| Silver (.500) | 19.9 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Finland |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1919-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1985 |
| Value | 50 Markkaa (50 FIM) |
| Currency | New Markka (1963-2001) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 19.9 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Thickness | 2.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#45639 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 28% |
Reverse
Stylized waves with figure (Väinämöinen), dates below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
KALEVALA
1835 - 1985
Engraver: Tapio Nevalainen
Edge
Smooth with some words engraved
Script: Latin
Lettering: PYSY SUOMESSA PYHÄNÄ - KARJALASSA KAUNIHINA
Translation: Stay holy in Finland and beautiful in Karelia.
Interesting fact
The 50 Markkaa (Kalevala) coin from Finland, minted in 1985, features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side depicts a scene from the Kalevala, a 19th-century epic poem that is considered a national treasure in Finland. The poem tells the story of the creation of the world and the adventures of the god Lemminkäinen, among other mythological figures. The coin's reverse side features the Finnish coat of arms, which includes a lion and a crown, symbolizing the country's independence and sovereignty. Interestingly, the 50 Markkaa coin was not circulated as a regular currency but was instead issued as a commemorative coin to honor the 150th anniversary of the Kalevala's publication. Its silver content and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of Finnish culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 P | 300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Markkaa (Kalevala) 1985 coin.
