2 euro Slovakia 2016 – Presidency of the European Union

The coin depicts central circular pattern of radial curved segments. Highlighting inside this element is the Slovakian Army Shield, symbolizing the important position of the country at the time of his presidency. The Presidency of the Council of the European Union is responsible for the functioning of the Council of the European Union, the upper house of the EU legislature. It rotates among the member states of the EU every six months. Issuing date: March 2016. Issuing volume: 1 million coins.