2 Euro - Finnish writer and lyricist Eino Leino (2016)
Features
| Denomination | 2 Euro |
| Catalog Number | KM# 286 |
| Weight (g) | 8.5 |
| Diameter (mm) | 25.75 |
| Thickness (mm) | 2.2 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Bi-metallic Nickel-Brass plated Nickel center in Copper-Nickel ring |
| Magnetic | |
| Currency Value (USD) | 2.36 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative |
Obverse
Engraved by Pertti Mäkinen
Lettering:
2016
Eino Leino
FI
Description:
A flame, and a poker pointing upwards to the right. The inscription ‘EINO LEINO’, in semi-circle and the year of issue are placed at the right. At the bottom left is the indication of the issuing country ‘FI’ and the mint mark. The coin’s outer ring bears the 12 stars of the European Union.
2016
Eino Leino
FI
Description:
A flame, and a poker pointing upwards to the right. The inscription ‘EINO LEINO’, in semi-circle and the year of issue are placed at the right. At the bottom left is the indication of the issuing country ‘FI’ and the mint mark. The coin’s outer ring bears the 12 stars of the European Union.
Reverse
Engraved by Luc Luycx
Lettering:
2 EURO
LL
Description:
Map of Europe. Six fine lines cut across the map except where there is landmass and have a star at each end – reflecting the twelve stars on the flag of Europe. Across the map is the word EURO, and a large number 2 appears to the left hand side of the coin. The designer's initials LL.
2 EURO
LL
Description:
Map of Europe. Six fine lines cut across the map except where there is landmass and have a star at each end – reflecting the twelve stars on the flag of Europe. Across the map is the word EURO, and a large number 2 appears to the left hand side of the coin. The designer's initials LL.
Edge
Lettering:
SUOMI FINLAND
Description:
Reeded with inscription.
SUOMI FINLAND
Description:
Reeded with inscription.
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 FI | 989,000 | Circulating | Unknown |
| 2016 FI | 11,000 | Proof | Unknown |