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2 euro commemorative coin of the Principality of Andorra, issued in September 2022 in a circulation of 70,000 copies in coincard packaging. Dedicated to the legend of Charlemagne as the mythical founder of Andorra. Bimetallic, diameter 25.75 mm, weight 8.5 g.
Overse
The front of the coin depicts a partial reproduction of the famous portrait of Emperor Charlemagne by the German artist Albrecht Dürer (1511–1513). In the background is a landscape with mountains and a river, representing the rich landscapes of the Principality. The name of the issuing country "ANDORRA" and the year of issue "2022" are placed. On the outer ring - 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. A map of Europe without internal borders, on the left - the denomination "2" and the inscription "EURO", on the right - a map of the continent. On the outer ring - 12 stars of the EU. On the band - a groove with the inscription "2 ★ ★", repeated six times.
Historical context
Charlemagne (742–814) - King of the Franks from 768, King of the Lombards from 774, crowned as Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire by Pope Leo III in Rome on 25 December 800. According to legend, Charlemagne founded Andorra in 805, when he supposedly granted the inhabitants of the Pyrenean valleys their own legal status in gratitude for their help in the war against the Moors. This legend is deeply rooted in Andorran history and culture - it is reflected in the national anthem "El Gran Carlemany" ("Charlemagne the Great"), which is depicted on a 2017 coin. 2022 also marked the 1275th anniversary of Charlemagne's birth. Albrecht Dürer's portrait is one of the most famous images of the emperor, although it was created 700 years after his death.