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A 2 euro commemorative coin of the Republic of Estonia, issued in 2026 in a circulation of 1,000,000 copies (of which 991,500 are UNC quality and 8,500 are BU quality on the coin card). Dedicated to Sipsik, a beloved character of Estonian children's literature. Bimetallic, diameter 25.75 mm, weight 8.5 g. Official date of issue - June 5, 2026, produced at the Lithuanian Mint.
Obverse
The center of the coin depicts a stylized figure of Sipsik, a rag doll with a characteristic appearance, recognizable by generations of Estonian readers. The composition is made in a simple and expressive style, faithful to the visual world of the original book and its illustrations. The central image is surrounded by the inscription "SIPSIK" (the character's name), as well as "EESTI" (Estonia) and the year of issue "2026". The image is based on an original drawing by artist Edgar Walter; designer Ivar Sakk helped transfer the image of SIPSIK to the coin. On the outer ring are the 12 stars of the European Union.
Reverse
The reverse is the common side of the 2 euro coins of the second type, designed by Luc Luix. It depicts a map of Europe as a single continent without internal borders. On the left is a large denomination "2" and the inscription "EURO", on the right is a map. On the outer ring are the 12 stars of the European Union. The band is finely grooved and has a national inscription.
Historical context
Sipsik is a blue-and-white striped rag doll, one of the most recognizable figures in Estonian children's literature. The character was created by writer Eno Raud and artist Edgar Walter. Sipsik first appeared on the pages of the children's magazine "Täheke", and in 1962 was published as a separate book, later - in the form of a film. According to the plot, Sipsik is a doll that schoolboy Mart sewed as a gift for his younger sister Anu. For the girl, the doll gradually becomes a true friend: in the world of children's imagination, Sipsik comes to life, talks and experiences various adventures, although for others it remains an ordinary rag doll. It is this combination of imagination, kindness and childish sincerity that made Sipsik a symbol of Estonian childhood. Over its 65-year history, the character has inspired a love of books in tens of thousands of children, and the coin continues the line of Estonian issues dedicated to the national literary heritage.