A Whooper Swan from Finland

100 euro: Bank of Finland 200 years

Thank you Collector Coin Database for image and specifications. COIN PARAMETERS Country: Finland Mintage year: 2011 Face value: 100 euro Diameter: 22.00 mm Weight: 5.65 g Alloy: Gold Quality: Proof Mintage: 8,000 pc proof Design: Hannu Veijalainen

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A violet-green swallow from Canada

RCM violet-green swallow

Have you spotted a vivid violet-green swallow in the wild ? Fifth and final coin in the Colourful Songbirds of Canada series. With its endearing chirp and stunning plumage, it’s easy to see why the violet-green swallow (Tachycineta thalassina) is a favourite swallow species for many birdwatchers. Found in the open woodlands of western Canada, this songbird’s iridescent feathers add an unexpected splash of colour to its serene surroundings and as such, are part of the beauty of Canada’s natural landscape. – Thank you Royal Canadian Mint for image and text See more at: http://www.mint.ca/store/coins/12-oz.-fine-silver-coloured-coin-%E2%80%93-colourful-songbirds-of-canada-the-violetgreen-swallow-2015-prod2400234?rcmiid=link|search|searchresults|12_oz_Fine_Silver_Coloured_Coin_Colourful_Songbirds_of_Canada_The_Violet-Green_Swallow_2015&#.VhJehPlVhBc

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