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Description
The 10th European Athletics Championships were held from 10 August to 15 August 1971 in the Olympic Stadium of Helsinki, the capital of Finland.
This silver coin serves as a commemoration of a notable moment for Finland, symbolizing their inaugural hosting of a major international athletics event. The outstanding achievements during this occasion, with a total of 10 medals won, including 3 gold, evoked a strong sense of national pride and left a lasting impact. Acting as a tangible reminder of this significant milestone in Finnish sporting history, the coin stands as a symbol of the nation's remarkable accomplishments.
Engraver: Heikki Häiväoja
Obverse
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Depicts six runners surging across the finish line, capturing the excitement and energy of the competition and the date to the lower right. EMX |
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Reverse
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Depicts the country name in Finnish and Swedish and the denomination above the city scene including the iconic Helsinki Cathedral. SUOMI |
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10 Markkaa
1971 Athletics European Championship in Helsinki
KM# 52 Schön# 61
1971 Athletics European Championship in Helsinki
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