2 Euro - Lithuanian Ethnographic Regions: Samogitia (2019)
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Features
| Denomination | 2 Euro |
| Weight (g) | 8.5 |
| Diameter (mm) | 25.75 |
| Thickness (mm) | 2.2 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Bi-metallic Nickel-Brass plated Nickel center in Copper-Nickel ring |
| Magnetic | |
| Currency Value (USD) | 2.36 |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Commemorative |
Obverse
Engraved by Rolandas Rimkūnas
Lettering:
LIETUVA
2019 PATRIA UNA
ŽEMAITIJA
Description:
Bear standing on its hind legs, with a chain collar on the neck. It has been depicted in the Coat of Arms of Samogitia since the 16th century. The bear is situated against a shield topped with a crown, which is held by an armoured soldier (a symbol of courage, sacrifice and patriotism) and a goddess with an anchor (a symbol of hope). Below is a Latin inscription PATRIA UNA (one fatherland).The composition is surrounded by inscriptions Lithuania and Samogitia, the year of issue and the mintmark of the Lithuanian Mint. The coin’s outer ring bears the 12 stars of the European Union flag.
LIETUVA
2019 PATRIA UNA
ŽEMAITIJA
Description:
Bear standing on its hind legs, with a chain collar on the neck. It has been depicted in the Coat of Arms of Samogitia since the 16th century. The bear is situated against a shield topped with a crown, which is held by an armoured soldier (a symbol of courage, sacrifice and patriotism) and a goddess with an anchor (a symbol of hope). Below is a Latin inscription PATRIA UNA (one fatherland).The composition is surrounded by inscriptions Lithuania and Samogitia, the year of issue and the mintmark of the Lithuanian Mint. The coin’s outer ring bears the 12 stars of the European Union flag.
Reverse
Engraved by Luc Luycx
Lettering:
2 EURO
LL
Description:
Map of Europe. Six fine lines cut across the map except where there is landmass and have a star at each end – reflecting the twelve stars on the flag of Europe. Across the map is the word EURO, and a large number 2 appears to the left hand side of the coin. The designer's initials LL.
2 EURO
LL
Description:
Map of Europe. Six fine lines cut across the map except where there is landmass and have a star at each end – reflecting the twelve stars on the flag of Europe. Across the map is the word EURO, and a large number 2 appears to the left hand side of the coin. The designer's initials LL.
Edge
Lettering:
LAISVĖ * VIENYBĖ * GEROVĖ
Description:
Reeded with inscription: FREEDOM * UNITY* WELL-BEING
LAISVĖ * VIENYBĖ * GEROVĖ
Description:
Reeded with inscription: FREEDOM * UNITY* WELL-BEING
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 495,000 | Common | |
| 2019 | 5,000 | In sets only | Common |