Medalje — EMC – Helsinki 450 years and European Capital of Culture 2000
2000 · Finland ·
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| Grade | Proof |
|---|---|
| Strike | proof |
| Weight | 46.66 g |
| Diameter | 38.61 mm |
| Metal | Sølv .925 |
| Mintage | 10,000 (proof) |
| Commemorative | Yes |
| Certificate of authenticity | Yes |
| Edition number | 1217 of 10000 |
Obverse
The outlines of landmark Helsinki buildings: the Olympic Stadium, the cathedral, Finlandia Hall and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Behind them King Gustav Vasa, the founder of Helsinki.
Inscription: 2000 · SUOMI · HELSINKI · KULTTUURIKAUPUNKI
Reverse
Europa on the bull (Zeus) — the theme shared across the whole series, interpreted by each country's own medallist. The EMC star mintmark is engraved on this side.
Inscription: YHTENÄISYYS · MONINAISUUS · EUROOPPA
Part of the set «EMC 10 medal set ("Europa and the Bull (Zeus)")»
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