2 Euro - Estonian national bird: the barn swallow (2023)
Features
| Denomination | 2 Euro |
| Catalog Number | KM# 108 |
| 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 Kaupo Kangro
Lettering:
HIRUNDO RUSTICA
EESTI
2023
Description:
Image of a barn swallow in flight with the Latin name, country and year of issue.
Translation: Barn swallow
HIRUNDO RUSTICA
EESTI
2023
Description:
Image of a barn swallow in flight with the Latin name, country and year of issue.
Translation: Barn swallow
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:
EESTI O EESTI O
Description:
Reeded with country name upright and inverted stamped into it.
Translation: ESTONIA ESTONIA
EESTI O EESTI O
Description:
Reeded with country name upright and inverted stamped into it.
Translation: ESTONIA ESTONIA
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 12,000 | BU Coincard | Unknown |
| 2023 | 988,000 | Circulating | Unknown |