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This 2 euro commemorative coin is legal tender throughout the eurozone, issued by the Центральний банк Ірландії for the theme "Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU". The issue’s original title in the issuer’s language is "Uachtaránacht na hÉireann ar Chomhairle an AE".
Obverse
The obverse (the national, commemorative side of the coin) depicts the symbolism of the Irish Presidency of the Council of the European Union — an official design with the name of the state "ÉIRE / IRELAND", the year "2026" and the corresponding inscriptions. The composition is in the restrained official style typical of coins on this theme. The outer ring bears the twelve stars of the European Union flag.
Reverse
The reverse is common to all 2 euro commemorative coins: it shows the denomination "2 EURO" and a map of Europe against lines symbolizing the ties between the continent’s peoples. This side does not change from country to country, so it is the obverse that makes the coin recognizable.
Historical context
In the second half of 2026 Ireland will hold the Presidency of the Council of the European Union — a duty that rotates among member states every six months. The presidency lets the country steer the EU agenda and mediate negotiations between governments. For Ireland, which joined the European community in 1973, it is another chance to affirm its active role in the life of the Union. The coin marks this moment of the country’s European responsibility.
Equally suited to a beginning collector and a seasoned numismatist.