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title: "Coin 2 Euro Finland 2015 - 150 years since the birth of Jean Sibelius"
url: "https://coinshop.com.ua/en/moneta-2-euro-finlandia-2015-150-rokiv-vid-narodzenna-ana-sibeliusa.html"
description: "The 2015 Finnish 2 euro coin commemorates the memory of Johannes Sibelius, a prominent Finnish composer whose music, particularly the symphonic poem \"Finland\", has become a symbol of national identity. 2015 marked the 150th anniversary of his birth."
image: "https://coinshop.com.ua/3855-large_default/moneta-2-euro-finlandia-2015-150-rokiv-vid-narodzenna-ana-sibeliusa.jpg"
---

# Coin 2 Euro Finland 2015 - 150 years since the birth of Jean Sibelius

**Price:** 5.00 EUR  
**Availability:** out of stock  
**Brand:** Фінляндія/Finland/Suomi  
**Reference:** 2EUR-FI-2015-0019  
**Category:** Catalog > 2 € coins

The 2015 Finnish 2 euro coin commemorates the memory of Johannes Sibelius, a prominent Finnish composer whose music, particularly the symphonic poem "Finland", has become a symbol of national identity. 2015 marked the 150th anniversary of his birth.

## Description

The 2 euro coin was minted by Finland in 2015 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the birth of Johannes Sibelius (1865–1957), the most famous Finnish composer, whose legacy is an integral part of world classical music.

#### Obverse

The standard obverse of the 2 euro coin features a map of the EU, the 12 stars of the European Union, the Vantaa mint mark, and the year 2015.

#### Reverse

The reverse features a portrait of Johannes Sibelius in profile, surrounded by stylized musical notes, a reference to his musical heritage. The inscription "JEAN SIBELIUS", "SUOMI FINLAND 2015" and the 12 EU stars complete the image.

#### Historical context

Jan Sibelius was born on December 8, 1865 in Hämeenlinna. His symphonic poem "Finland" (1899) became an anthem of the struggle for independence. Sibelius wrote 7 symphonies, a violin concerto and numerous chamber works. He lived to be 91 years old and remained a living legend until the end. His portrait is depicted on the 100 Finnish markka banknote.

## Specifications

- **Original name:** Suomi - Jean Sibelius 150 vuotta
- **Mintage:** UNC
- **Year:** 2015
- **Denomination:** 2 euros
- **Material:** Bimetal (75%Cu/25%Ni + 75%Cu/20%Zn/5%Ni)
- **Diameter (mm):** 25.75
- **Weight (g):** 8.5

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