Finland 1963 5 pennia

The Republic of Finland was established in 1917 after a century of Russian rule. The coinage of Finland was reformed in 1963, with 100 old markka = one new markka. Shown is a copper 1963 five pennia, of a type issued until 1977.

Recorded mintage: 60,320,000.

Specification: 2.6 g, copper, 18.5 mm diameter.

Catalog reference: KM 45.

Source:

• Michael, Thomas, and Tracy L. Schmidt, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1901-2000, 47th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2019.

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• 1952-H 500 markkaa
• Finland 1959-S 200 markkaa
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• 1977 5 penniä
• 1981 5 penniä
• Coins and currency dated 1963
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