2 Euro – 100th Anniversary of the First Blood Transfusion in Slovakia (2023)

SK 2 Euro 2023 KMSK 2 Euro 2023 KM
Image source: National Bank of Slovakia

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Description obverse

At the centre, an equilateral cross as an internationally recognised symbol of medical aid. Inscribed in each arm is one of the four blood groups: A, B, 0, and AB. Incused within the cross are two more equilateral crosses, one within the other, with a drop of blood appearing at the centre of this image. Depicted around the central cross are the equally spaced lower parts of eight test tubes, each containing an incused stylised blood drop. Between each tube is a blood drop in relief. On the outer ring, twelve stars. PRVÁ TRANSFÚZIA KRVI 1923 – 2023’ (‘first blood transfusion’), SLOVENSKO

Description reverse

A map of Europe without borders, 12 stars. 2 EURO




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Slovakia. 2 Euro (Base Metal) 2023, Kremnica Mint. CoCo SK-2023-0004.

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