2 Euro - Journalism and Open Communication Supporting the Finnish Democracy (2021)
Features
| Denomination | 2 Euro |
| Catalog Number | KM# 298 |
| 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 Hannu Jasoni Veijalainen
Lettering:
JOIRNALISMI JOURNALISTIK
2021 FI
Description:
Stylized human figures made up from and entwined in a ribbon-like net. The outer sides of the inner part of the coin bear the lettering ‘JOURNALISMI JOURNALISTIK’. The bottom of the inner part bears the lettering ‘2021 FI’ preceded by the Finnish mint mark. The coin’s outer ring bears the 12 stars of the European flag.
JOIRNALISMI JOURNALISTIK
2021 FI
Description:
Stylized human figures made up from and entwined in a ribbon-like net. The outer sides of the inner part of the coin bear the lettering ‘JOURNALISMI JOURNALISTIK’. The bottom of the inner part bears the lettering ‘2021 FI’ preceded by the Finnish mint mark. The coin’s outer ring bears the 12 stars of the European flag.
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 letters stamped into it.
Translation: Finland Finland
SUOMI FINLAND
Description:
Reeded with letters stamped into it.
Translation: Finland Finland
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 FI | 3,000 | BU | Unknown |
| 2021 FI | 800,000 | Circulating | Unknown |
| 2021 FI | 5,000 | Proof | Unknown |