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Commemorative coin of 2 euros of Portugal, issued in 2015 with a circulation of 520,000 copies. Joint issue of 19 eurozone countries in honor of the 30th anniversary of the EU flag. Minted at INCM, Lisbon. Bimetallic, diameter 25.75 mm, weight 8.5 g.
Obverse
In the center of the coin is the flag of the European Union as a symbol that unites peoples. Twelve stars smoothly transform into stylized human figures embracing each other - a symbol of the birth of a new Europe. Below - "PORTUGAL". On the right - the years "1985-2015". INCM mark. On the outer ring - 12 EU stars.
Reverse
The reverse is the common side of the 2 euro coins of the second type, designed by Luc Luix (Royal Belgian Mint). It depicts a map of Europe as a single continent without internal borders - a symbol of European unity. On the left - a large denomination "2" and the inscription "EURO", on the right - a map with six thin horizontal lines in the background. On the outer ring - 12 stars of the European Union. The band - with thin ribbing and the inscription of five shields alternating with seven castles - motifs of the Portuguese coat of arms.
Historical context
The flag of Europe - the official flag of the European Union, consists of 12 golden five-pointed stars on a blue background, placed in a circle. Designed and adopted by the Council of Europe on 8 December 1955 as a symbol of all of Europe. In 1985, it was adopted as its official symbol by the European Communities, the predecessor of the EU. The decision was taken by the European Council at the Milan Summit on 28–29 June 1985 and entered into force on 21 April 1986. The twelve stars are not related to the number of member states, but symbolise perfection, completeness and unity. The colour blue was chosen as a symbol of the sky, gold as a symbol of wealth. The design was designed by Arsène Heitz, a postal worker from Strasbourg, and approved by the heraldic consultant of the Council of Europe, Paul M. Levy, in 1955. Portugal became a member of the European Communities on 1 January 1986, together with Spain - Southern enlargement.