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A common 2 euro commemorative coin issued by Spain in 2007 as part of a pan-European issue to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Treaties of Rome. The Spanish version has a mintage of 8,000,000. Bimetallic, diameter 25.75 mm, weight 8.5 g. Minted at the FNMT.
Obverse
In the center, the unfolded document of the Treaty of Rome is depicted against the backdrop of the paving of the Piazza del Campidoglio (Capitol Square) in Rome, designed by Michelangelo. Above the document is the inscription "EUROPA". Around, in a circle, are the inscriptions in Spanish: "TRATADO DE ROMA 50 AÑOS" (Treaty of Rome 50 years) and "ESPAÑA". Madrid Mintmark. On the outer ring - 12 stars of the EU.
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 - a large denomination "2" and the inscription "EURO", on the right - a map. On the outer ring - 12 stars of the European Union. The edge - with fine ribbing and national inscription.
Historical context
The Treaties of Rome were signed on 25 March 1957 by representatives of the six founding countries in the Palazzo dei Conservatori on Capitoline Hill in Rome. The treaties established the European Economic Community (EEC) and the European Atomic Energy Community (Euratom). They introduced a common market, a customs union and the abolition of trade barriers. These documents laid the foundation for European integration, which led to the creation of the European Union in 1992 and the introduction of the euro in 1999. Spain applied for membership of the EEC in 1962, but was rejected due to the Francoist regime. After Franco's death in 1975 and the transition to democracy, Spain began negotiations in 1977, signed an accession treaty in 1985, and officially joined the EEC on 1 January 1986, together with Portugal. EU accession was a key factor in the modernization of the Spanish economy and society. Spain has been a member of the eurozone since 1 January 1999.