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Commemorative coin of the Principality of Andorra, issued in 2023. Dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Andorra's membership in the United Nations. Bimetallic, diameter 25.75 mm, weight 8.5 g. Minted at the Pessac Mint.
Obverse
The center of the coin depicts a stylized UN emblem - a globe surrounded by olive branches of peace - elements of the official UN logo. Around the image is the inscription "30 ANYS A L'ONU" (30 years in the UN) in Catalan. Also on the coin - the name of the issuing country "ANDORRA", the years "1993–2023" and the year of issue "2023". 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
The Principality of Andorra became the 184th member of the United Nations on 28 July 1993 - four months after the adoption of the Constitution in a national referendum (14 March 1993). Accession to the UN became an important symbol of international recognition of Andorra's sovereignty after the country's transformation from a feudal state to a modern parliamentary co-principality monarchy. Prior to this, Andorra's foreign policy was effectively coordinated by its two co-princes, the President of France and the Bishop of Urgell. Since 1993, Andorra has been a full member of the UN, participating in the work of the General Assembly, specialized agencies, and peacekeeping efforts.