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Finland 2€ commemorative coin 2024 - Architecture

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The theme of the commemorative coin aims to highlight the history and unique qualities of Finnish architecture. The commemorative coin is also being released in recognition of architects Herman Gesellius, Armas Lindgren and Eliel Saarinen, and their mutually founded architectural office, Gesellius, Lindgren, Saarinen. Over the course of their careers, the architects designed several buildings, representing some of the most highly valued examples of Finnish construction history. The years 2023 and 2024 honour the sesquicentennial anniversary (150th year) of the births of Saarinen, Gesellius and Lindgren.
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