50 Markkaa (World Athletics Championships) 1983 front 50 Markkaa (World Athletics Championships) 1983 back
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50 Markkaa World Athletics Championships

1983 year
Silver (.500) (Copper .500) 21.8 g 35 mm
Description
Issuer
Finland
Period
Republic (1919-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1983
Value
50 Markkaa (50&nbspFIM)
Currency
New Markka (1963-2001)
Composition
Silver (.500) (Copper .500)
Weight
21.8 g
Diameter
35 mm
Thickness
2.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#35993
Rarity index
27%

Reverse

Hurdler, date at right.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
MM
1983

Engravers: Pertti Mäkinen, Toivo Pelkonen

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1983 Finnish 50 Markkaa coin is that it was minted to commemorate the World Athletics Championships, which were held in Helsinki, Finland that year. The coin's design features a stylized image of a runner in motion, symbolizing the athletic spirit and the host country's passion for sports.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1983 M 450000 - - - - - -

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