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15th Thaler of Europe Europa-Wahl
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| Year | 1978 |
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| Technique | Milled |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse depicts a stylized ballot box formed from the conjoined letters 'EU', from which a ballot paper marked with the word 'JA' (Yes) emerges, symbolizing the 1978 European Parliament elections. The legend 'EUROPA - WAHL' appears prominently in the field, referencing the first direct elections to the European Parliament. The design is rendered in a modern, graphic style befitting a commemorative medal issue. |
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The Europa-Thaler series was a privately issued commemorative program — not struck by any sovereign mint under government authority — produced to capitalize on growing enthusiasm for European political integration during the 1970s. The 1978 issue coincided with the first direct elections to the European Parliament, scheduled for June 1979, which generated significant public interest across member states. Being the 15th in the series, production was handled for the collector market rather than any monetary purpose, and distribution moved primarily through coin dealers and subscription programs rather than banks.