کاتالوگ
| توضیحات روی سکه | Monogram A II |
|---|---|
| خط روی سکه | Latin |
| نوشتههای روی سکه | A II |
| توضیحات پشت سکه | Denomination above date |
| خط پشت سکه | Latin |
| نوشتههای پشت سکه | 1 PENNI 1875 |
| لبه | Plain |
| ضرابخانه | |
| تیراژ ضرب |
1864 - KM#1.1 (dotted border, large denomination and date) - 30 000 1865 - KM#1.1 (dotted border, large denomination and date) - 515 000 1866 - KM#1.1 (dotted border, large denomination and date) overdate variety exists - 3 673 000 1867 - KM#1.1 (dotted border, large denomination and date) - 3 843 000 1869 - KM#1.1 (dotted border, large denomination and date) overdate variety exists - 1 575 000 1870 - KM#1.1 (dotted border, large denomination and date) - 500 000 1871 - KM#1.1 (dotted border, large denomination and date) - 1 500 000 1872 - KM#1.2 (dentilated border, small denomination and date) - 1 000 000 1873 - KM#1.2 (dentilated border, small denomination and date) - 2 000 000 1874 - KM#1.2 (dentilated border, small denomination and date) - 1 450 000 1875 - KM#1.2 (dentilated border, small denomination and date) - 1 550 000 1876 - KM#1.2 (dentilated border, small denomination and date) - 2 005 000 |
| شناسه Numisquare | 3599906620 |
| اطلاعات تکمیلی |
Historical Context: The 1 Penni coin, issued from 1864 to 1876, is a pivotal piece in Finnish numismatic history. Struck during the reign of Aleksandr II, Emperor of Russia and Grand Duke of Finland, this coin represents the re-establishment of an independent Finnish monetary system. Finland, an autonomous Grand Duchy, benefited from Aleksandr II's liberal policies, including the 1860 monetary reform. This established the Markka and Penni, distinct from the Russian Ruble, solidifying Finland's economic and national identity.
Artistry: The design of the 1 Penni coin reflects the neoclassical style prevalent in 19th-century European coinage. While specific engraver details for the Penni are often linked to August Friedrich Løffler, who designed the initial Markka series, the aesthetic emphasizes clarity and balanced composition. The obverse features the crowned double-headed Imperial Russian eagle, symbolizing Finland's status within the Russian Empire, with the Finnish lion rampant shield on its breast. The reverse displays '1 PENNI' and the date, encircled by a finely detailed wreath.
Technical/Grading: This copper coin, measuring 15 mm and weighing 1.2 grams, often presents with varying strike quality, typical for small copper denominations. Key high-points susceptible to wear include the eagle's heads and crowns, the lion's details, and the individual leaves within the reverse wreath. Collectors should examine these areas for sharpness. Original planchet flaws or uneven toning are common, and a strong strike will show full separation of the eagle's feathers and crisp wreath details.