Danh mục
| Đơn vị phát hành | Finland |
|---|---|
| Năm | 1865-1876 |
| Loại | Standard circulation coin |
| Mệnh giá | 10 Pennia (10 Penniä) (0.10) |
| Tiền tệ | Markka (1860-1963) |
| Chất liệu | Copper |
| Trọng lượng | 12.8 g |
| Đường kính | 30 mm |
| Độ dày | 2.2 mm |
| Hình dạng | Round |
| Kỹ thuật | Milled |
| Hướng | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Nghệ nhân khắc | Aleksander Fadejev |
| Lưu hành đến | 1 January 1994 |
| Tài liệu tham khảo | KM#5, Kahnt/Schön#3 |
| Mô tả mặt trước | Crowned A of Alexander the second; II under the letter. |
|---|---|
| Chữ viết mặt trước | Latin |
| Chữ khắc mặt trước | A II |
| Mô tả mặt sau | |
| Chữ viết mặt sau | Latin |
| Chữ khắc mặt sau | 10 PENNIÄ 1865 |
| Cạnh | Smooth |
| Xưởng đúc | |
| Số lượng đúc |
1865 - KM#5.1 Dotted border - 250 000 1866 - KM#5.1 Dotted border - 850 000 1867 - KM#5.1 Dotted borde - 1 440 000 1875 - KM#5.2 Dentilated border - 100 000 1876 - KM#5.2 Dentilated border - 300 000 |
| ID Numisquare | 4007707270 |
| Thông tin bổ sung |
Historical Context: The 10 Pennia coin, issued under Aleksandr II (1865-1876), marks a pivotal era for Finland as an autonomous Grand Duchy within the Russian Empire. Aleksandr II's reformist policies granted Finland significant self-governance, including its own monetary system. This copper denomination was part of the inaugural Finnish Markka series, introduced in 1860, signifying a crucial step towards Finland's economic independence and national identity, distinct from the Russian ruble.
Artistry: The 10 Pennia design aligns with the prevalent Neoclassical stylistic school of 19th-century European coinage. The obverse prominently features the Imperial Russian double-headed eagle, symbolizing Finland's Grand Duchy status under the Tsar. This eagle often bears a small shield with the Finnish lion on its breast, integrating national heraldry. The reverse displays the denomination "10 PENNIA" and the date, elegantly encircled by a wreath, emphasizing clarity and dignity, characteristic of state currency.
Technical/Grading: As a large copper coin, the 10 Pennia exhibits specific technical and grading considerations. Key high-points for assessing wear include the eagles' heads, crowns, and intricate feathering on the obverse, along with the Finnish lion's details. On the reverse, the fine elements of the wreath and the crispness of the lettering and numerals are crucial. Early strikes show remarkable detail, but copper's softness often leads to significant circulation wear; well-preserved examples are highly desirable.