Obverse: Trees bending in the wind are depicted in the center of the coin, visually dividing the denomination. The inscriptions “SUOMI FINLAND”, “50” and “MARKKAA” indicate the issuing country and the coin’s value.
Reverse: A hurdler is shown, symbolising athletics and sporting movement. The year “1983” appears on the right, with the Roman numerals “MM” above.
About the coin: This is a commemorative 50 Mark silver coin issued in Finland in 1983 to commemorate the World Athletics Championships. The coin is struck in .500 silver (50% silver, 50% copper), with a total weight of 21.8 g, a diameter of 35 mm and a pure silver content of approximately 10.90 g.
