{"id":16646,"date":"2021-08-09T07:18:45","date_gmt":"2021-08-09T05:18:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.2euros.org\/non-classifiee\/2022-slovenia-150th-birthday-of-joze-plecnik\/"},"modified":"2025-01-31T13:43:17","modified_gmt":"2025-01-31T12:43:17","slug":"2022-slovenia-150th-birthday-of-joze-plecnik","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.2euros.org\/en\/2-euro-commemorative-2022\/2022-slovenia-150th-birthday-of-joze-plecnik\/","title":{"rendered":"2022 – Slovenia – 150th birthday of Jo\u017ee Ple\u010dnik"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Introduction<\/h2>\n\n

Slovenia’s euro coin, issued in 2022, celebrates architect Jo\u017ee Ple\u010dnik. This commemorative coin pays tribute to Ple\u010dnik’s birth year, 1872, and highlights his significant impact on architecture. By highlighting Jo\u017ee Ple\u010dnik, Slovenia recognizes his cultural and architectural importance for the country and for Europe.<\/p>\n\n

Coin description<\/h2>\n\n

The obverse of the coin features a design rich in symbolism and architectural details. An Ionic column in the center of the room represents the classical architectural style. The geometric lines and shapes surrounding it are reminiscent of the patterns and structures that Ple\u010dnik used in his works.<\/p>\n\n

The name “JO\u017dE PLE\u010cNIK” is written at the bottom of the column, in homage to the architect. Additionally, the inscription “1872” to the left of the column indicates Ple\u010dnik’s year of birth. To the right of the column, we find “SLOVENIJA 2022”, specifying the issuing country and the year of issue. The border of the coin is decorated with twelve stars, symbolizing the twelve stars of the European flag, which underlines Slovenia’s membership in the European Union. The precise details and architectural elements of the obverse appropriately celebrate Ple\u010dnik’s legacy.<\/p>\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n

In conclusion, the 2022 Slovenian Euro coin pays a significant tribute to Jo\u017ee Ple\u010dnik. It highlights his exceptional contributions to architecture. The obverse design, with its Ionic column and geometric patterns, reflects the importance of his work and legacy. This commemorative coin demonstrates Slovenia’s appreciation for Ple\u010dnik’s architectural heritage. It also strengthens the country’s cultural identity within the European Union.<\/p>\n\n

Country of Issue:<\/strong><\/td>\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Date of issue:<\/strong><\/td>January 28, 2022<\/td><\/tr>
Total mintage:<\/strong><\/td>1.000.000<\/td><\/tr>
\u2013 Proof:<\/td>\u00a0500<\/td><\/tr>
\u2013 BU:<\/td>\u00a06.000<\/td><\/tr>
\u2013 UNC:<\/td>\u00a0993.500<\/td><\/tr>
Engraver:<\/strong><\/td>Andrej Zerovnik<\/td><\/tr>
The edge:<\/strong><\/td>\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Rarity:<\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
Official Journal:<\/strong><\/td>2022\/C 145\/07<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
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Do you want to know the technical specifications of this coin? Feel free to visit the page dedicated to the specifications of a 2-euro coin<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Introduction Slovenia’s euro coin, issued in 2022, celebrates architect Jo\u017ee Ple\u010dnik. This commemorative coin pays tribute to Ple\u010dnik’s birth year, 1872, and highlights his significant impact on architecture. By highlighting Jo\u017ee Ple\u010dnik, Slovenia recognizes his […]<\/a><\/p>\n

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