5 markkaa coin Finland (ringed seal)

5 Markkaa Finland (Issued 1989)

The 5 markkaa was a higher-value circulating coin of the Finnish markka, the currency Finland used before adopting the euro in 2002. Struck in golden aluminium-bronze, it was a warm-toned, substantial coin carrying a distinctly Finnish maritime design. Its size and colour set it apart from the lower penniä pieces.

On the obverse, an icebreaker ship is depicted cutting through a field of broken ice, with the legend “SUOMI FINLAND” and the year 1989 set in a panel below — a tribute to the vessels that keep Finland’s frozen sea lanes open.

On the reverse, a large numeral “5” stands above the word “MARKKAA”, underscored by rows of small stylised birds in flight fanning out beneath the figure.

Wondering who buys foreign coins and notes? Webuyallcurrency.com does — a 5 Markkaa Finland coin like this is accepted alongside other old or withdrawn Finnish Markkaa coins, so you can exchange the lot for cash at once.

• Indicate the quantity of 5 Markkaa Finland coins you want to exchange
• Click the ‘Add to your account’ button
• Your online account now shows the exchange value

If you have leftover currency to exchange, Webuyallcurrency.com accepts Finnish Markkaa coins and a wide range of other foreign coins and notes, paying out for the lot in a single straightforward transaction.