1 penni FINLAND (1969-1979)

in the coin centre four interlinked loops (St. John cross); along the top edge: • SUOMEN TASAVALTA • (Republic of Finland in Finnish); along the bottom edge year of issue

in the coin centre large face value: 1; along the bottom edge: PENNI; on each of the side a symbol of tied hands

plain

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1 I 1994

Peippo Uolevi Helle

Rahapaja Oy (The Mint), Vantaa

1969	28 524 000
1970	85 140 000
1971	70 240 000
1972	95 096 000
1973	115 532 000	+ 20 007 in annual boxed sets
1974	100 132 000	+ 79 258 in annual boxed sets
1975	111 906 000	+ 58 820 in annual boxed sets
1976	34 965 000	+ 45 263 in annual boxed sets
1977	61 393 000	+ 40 392 in annual boxed sets
1978	90 132 000	+ 39 745 in annual boxed sets
1979	33 383 000	+ 36 000 in annual boxed sets

The four interlinked loops shown on the coin obverse called the arms or the cross of St. John, sometimes the Bowen node. This symbol is probably a magical Viking sign, which symbolizes strength and prosperity. Finns perceive it as a symbol of happiness and have painted it for hundreds of years on the house doors and tools. It seems that the interpretation of the sign as infinity and eternity is equally correct. Today, in the countries of northern Europe, it is a sign indicating the important monument of culture.

The grave stone from Havor near Hablingo (Gotland) dated to AD 400-600.


photo: Raymond Hejdström