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Description
Mint of Finland released a collector coin in honour of the 150th anniversary of Emil Wikström’s birth. Emil Wikström’s famous works include the lantern bearers known as ‘Stone Men’ at Helsinki Central Railway Station.
Emil Wikström (1864–1942) was one of the most popular Finnish sculptors of his time. In keeping with the spirit of the times, he was inspired by his home country's cultural heritage, and by folklore in particular. All major public sculptures of his time were commissioned from Wikström, such as the pediment of the House of the Estates and the monument to Elias Lönnrot.
The photograph on the cover of the collector coin's package was shot in Wikström's atelier, with the artist surrounded by his unforgettable work.
Engraver: Pertti Mäkinen
Issue date: 15.10.2014
Obverse
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Depicts the image of a traditional hammer and chisel along with a stylized linear female figure being shaped. The text EMIL WIKSTRÖM 1864–1942 is placed around the lower edge along with the year of issue and initial of the engraver (M). EMIL WIKSTRÖM 1864-1942 M 2014 |
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Reverse
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Depicts symbols of the tranquillity of the forest and countryside in which Wikström worked and lived. A cluster of grapes can be seen towards the top half of the coin and the circular water waves of a lake is shown just underneath. The country name in Finnish and Swedish and the coin’s denomination are also seen on the reverse along with the log of the Mint of Finland (Lion). SUOMI FINLAND |
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