Finland Gold 10 Markkaa (Random) AU-BU
Finland Gold 10 Markkaa (Random) AU-BU
This gold coin, minted between 1878 and 1913, offers a fascinating glimpse into northern European history. Struck at the Helsinki mint, these 10 Markkaa pieces represent a period when Finland existed as a grand duchy under the Russian Empire. The design reflects this complex political relationship, blending Finnish identity with imperial Russian authority. The reverse of the coin displays the double-headed Russian Imperial Eagle, a powerful symbol of the ruling Romanov dynasty. Below this emblem, the dual inscriptions "FINLAND" and "SUOMI" represent the land in both Swedish and Finnish, acknowledging the linguistic heritage of the region. On the obverse, the coin displays its face value of 10 Markkaa alongside the year of issue. This side also features detailed technical specifications, including the weight and metal composition, which are encircled by the design. Struck in 0.900 fine gold, each coin contains 0.0933 troy ounces of pure precious metal. Preserved in brilliant uncirculated condition, these pieces showcase the crisp details of late nineteenth and early twentieth-century minting technology.
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Specifications
| Country | Russia |
|---|---|
| Year | 1878-1913 |
| Grade | Brilliant Unc |
| Legal-tender face value | 10 Markkaa |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.0933 troy oz |
| Purity | .900 |
| Diameter | 19.1 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
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