10 Markkaa: History

Alexander Malioukov, 13.02.2024 16:39
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Obverse description
Depicts six runners surging across the finish line, capturing the excitement and energy of the competition and the date to the lower right. The inscription EMX is an abbreviation in Finnish of the 10th (X) European Championships. Depicts 6 runners on track passing the finish line and the date to the lower right. The inscription EMX is an abbreviation in Finnish of the 10th (X) European Championships.
Reverse description
Depicts the country name in Finnish and Swedish and the denomination above the city scene including the iconic Helsinki Cathedral. The Mint of Finland director's initial (S, Allan Alarik Soiniemi, 1958–1975) on the bottom left, and the engraver's initial (H, Heikki Häiväoja) on the bottom right. Depicts the country name in Finnish and Swedish and the denomination above the city scene. The Mint of Finland director's initial (S, Allan Alarik Soiniemi, 1958–1975) on the bottom left, and the engraver's initial (H, Heikki Häiväoja) on the bottom right.
Coin 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 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 celebrates the 10th European Athletics Championships, held that same year in Helsinki, Finland. The obverse depicts six runners surging across the finish line, capturing the excitement and energy of the competition. It was a momentous occasion for Finland, marking the first time they hosted a major international athletics event. Their stellar performance, winning 10 medals including 3 gold, fueled national pride and left a lasting impact. Flip the coin to find the iconic Helsinki Cathedral, forever linked to the championships. This silver coin is a tangible reminder of a significant moment in Finnish sporting history and a symbol of national achievement. Engraver: Heikki Häiväoja
Alexander Malioukov, 13.02.2024 16:39
, 13.02.2024 15:02
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Coin 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 celebrates the 10th European Athletics Championships, held that same year in Helsinki, Finland. The obverse depicts six runners surging across the finish line, capturing the excitement and energy of the competition. It was a momentous occasion for Finland, marking the first time they hosted a major international athletics event. Their stellar performance, winning 10 medals including 3 gold, fueled national pride and left a lasting impact. Flip the coin to find the iconic Helsinki Cathedral, forever linked to the championships. This silver coin is a tangible reminder of a significant moment in Finnish sporting history and a symbol of national achievement. Engraver: Heikki Häiväoja The 10th European Athletics Championships were held from 10 August to 15 August 1971 in the Olympic Stadium of Helsinki, the capital of Finland. Engraver: Heikki Häiväoja
Alexander Malioukov, 13.02.2024 16:37
CoinBrothers, 09.02.2024 23:54
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10 Markkaa, Finland, Republic none
Alexander Malioukov, 09.02.2024 23:55