FINLAND. Finlands Bank. 1000 Markkaa, 1918. P-41. PCGS Gem New 66 PPQ. This note is one that will certainly be a highlight of these world banknote section as it is a type seldom seen in any state of preservation. It is the highest denomination for the 1918 issue and is the first we have had the pleasure to handle. The large format design is seen with an intricate engraving featuring two men standing holding caduceus at center with large tree in background.
Back seen with ornate bordering design with text within and large central vignette of tree leaves with tree at center and island in background. The overall quality is of stunning proportion with perfectly original paper throughout and centering and margins that help confirm the lofty grade assigned by PMG. Currently the only note shown in the PMG population report and an opportunity that will surely not soon be replicated..PCGS Gem New 66 PPQ.
