{"id":16743,"date":"2019-05-05T09:43:34","date_gmt":"2019-05-05T07:43:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.2euros.org\/non-classifiee\/2020-estonia-100th-anniversary-of-the-treaty-of-tartu\/"},"modified":"2025-01-31T14:38:46","modified_gmt":"2025-01-31T13:38:46","slug":"2020-estonia-100th-anniversary-of-the-treaty-of-tartu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.2euros.org\/en\/2-euro-commemorative-2020\/2020-estonia-100th-anniversary-of-the-treaty-of-tartu\/","title":{"rendered":"2020 – Estonia – 100th anniversary of the Treaty of Tartu"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Introduction<\/h2>\n\n

The two euro coin presented was issued by Estonia in 2020. It commemorates the centenary of the Tartu Peace Treaty. This treaty was signed on February 2, 1920, ending the Estonian War of Independence. This broadcast highlights the historic importance of this agreement for Estonia.<\/p>\n\n

Coin description<\/h2>\n\n

The obverse of this coin features an elegant central design. We see a stylized tree, symbol of growth and peace. The branches of the tree form the inscription “TARTU RAHU”, which means “Peace of Tartu”. At the bottom right, the inscription “02.02.2020” indicates the date of the centenary of the treaty.<\/p>\n\n

On the left, the inscription “EESTI” marks the issuing country. The outer part of the coin is surrounded by twelve stars representing the Member States of the European Union. This integrates Estonia into the wider context of Europe.<\/p>\n\n

The details of the engraving, including the tree’s leaves and branches, add aesthetic depth to the piece. The tree symbolizes the peace and prosperity found after the war. Furthermore, the inscriptions highlight the historical importance of the event. Additionally, the artistic elements of the piece reinforce the idea of \u200b\u200brenewal and hope.<\/p>\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n

In summary, the two euro coin issued by Estonia in 2020 celebrates the centenary of the Tartu Peace Treaty. The obverse design, with the stylized tree and the inscriptions \u201cTARTU RAHU\u201d, \u201cEESTI\u201d and \u201c02.02.2020\u201d, highlights the importance of this historic agreement. Indeed, this coin represents more than just currency; it honors a key moment in Estonian history. Therefore, it is of great historical and cultural importance for Estonia and for the whole of Europe.<\/p>\n\n

Country of Issue:<\/strong><\/td>\"Estonie\"<\/td><\/tr>
Date of issue:<\/strong><\/td>February 1, 2020<\/td><\/tr>
Total mintage:<\/strong><\/td>1.000.000<\/td><\/tr>
\u2013 Proof:<\/td>\u00a00<\/td><\/tr>
\u2013 BU:<\/td>\u00a010.000<\/td><\/tr>
\u2013 UNC:<\/td>\u00a0990.000<\/td><\/tr>
Engraver:<\/strong><\/td>Ivar Sakk<\/td><\/tr>
The edge:<\/strong><\/td>\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Rarity:<\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
Official Journal:<\/strong><\/td>C2020\/053\/03<\/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 The two euro coin presented was issued by Estonia in 2020. It commemorates the centenary of the Tartu Peace Treaty. This treaty was signed on February 2, 1920, ending the Estonian War of Independence. […]<\/a><\/p>\n

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