1 Penni - Aleksandr II

Emissor Finland
Ano 1864-1876
Tipo Standard circulation coin
Valor 1 Penni (0.01)
Moeda Markka (1860-1963)
Composição Copper
Peso 1.2 g
Diâmetro 15 mm
Espessura 1 mm
Formato Round
Técnica Milled
Orientação Medal alignment ↑↑
Gravador(es)
Em circulação até
Referência(s) KM#1, Kahnt/Schön#1
Descrição do anverso Monogram A II
Escrita do anverso Latin
Legenda do anverso A II
Descrição do reverso Denomination above date
Escrita do reverso Latin
Legenda do reverso 1 PENNI 1875
Bordo Plain
Casa da moeda
Tiragem 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
ID Numisquare 3599906620
Informações adicionais

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.

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