2 euro Portugal 2012 – 10 years of euro circulation

The coin depicts the world in the shape of the euro symbol in the center, showing that the euro has become a true global player over the past ten years. The surrounding elements symbolize the importance of the euro for the common people (represented by the family group), for the financial world (Eurotower), for trade (ship), for industry (factory), and for the energy sector and research and development (two wind turbines). Designer’s initials “A.Kh.” can be found (if you look closely) between the ship and Eurotower. The country of issue and the years “2002 – 2012” are located along the upper and lower edges of the inner part of the coin, respectively. The coin will be issued in all countries of the Eurozone. The outer ring of the coin features the 12 stars of the European Union.

Denomination: 2 euro
Metal: bimetal
Quality: UNC
Weight: 8.5g
Diameter: 25.75mm

Circulation: 500,000 pieces