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2 Euro - Aix-en-Provence
| Issuer | Ville d'Aix-en-Provence |
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| Year | 1998 |
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| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
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| Obverse description | Central depiction of an ornate baroque architectural gateway or portal, rendered in fine detail with arched pediment, decorative pilasters, and panelled doors. The legend '50ème FESTIVAL INTERNATIONAL' curves along the upper field, while 'D'ART LYRIQUE' appears along the lower field. The anniversary dates '1948' and '1998' flank the central motif at left and right respectively, commemorating the 50th anniversary of the International Festival of Lyric Art at Aix-en-Provence. |
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| Obverse script | Latin |
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| Reverse description | Central denomination numeral '2' above the word 'euro' in lowercase, dominating the upper field. Below, a detailed aerial perspective view of the open-air theatre and grounds of the Festival d'Aix-en-Provence is depicted. The circular legend 'ACADEMIE EUROPEENNE DE MUSIQUE' runs along the upper periphery, accompanied by a ring of stars, while 'D'AIX EN PROVENCE' curves along the lower field. The inscription '2 - 30 Juin 1998' indicating the festival dates appears in the lower portion of the field. |
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