The collector coins for “Hanseatic Tallinn” is the first in the new series highlighting the Baltic country’s connection to Hanseatic culture and history. The era of the Hanseatic League was especially important to Estonian history in many ways, as the larger towns connected the country and people closely to Europe, and many of Estonia’s most beautiful old towns date back to that time.

The coins are produced by Portugal’s Imprensa Nacional Casa da Moeda, S.A., on behalf of the Bank of Estonia. Both coins - one gold, one silver - are designed by Estonian artist Riho Luuse.

The reverse of the gold coin shows the historical skyline of Tallinn, but in a traditional, horizontal arrangement. The steeples and spires are easily recognisable, including the historic weathervane atop the Town Hall, “Vana Toomas” (Old Thomas, who is the mascot of Old Town). Below the skyline are stylised waves in the form of fish; above it is the heraldic shield of Tallinn.

The gold obverse shows the coat of arms of the Republic of Estonia, with EESTI VABARIIK above and the year of issue, 2017, to the upper right of the arms. The stylised waves from the obverse are repeated at the bottom.