Finland 1981 5 pennia

The Republic of Finland was established in 1917 after prior domination by Russia. The coinage of Finland was reformed in 1963, with 100 old markka = 1 new markka. Shown is an aluminum 1981 five penniä.

Recorded mintage: 2,044,000.

Specification: 0.80 g, aluminum.

Catalog reference: KM 45a.

Source:

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

Link to:

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