2 Euros The Rising Sun

€1.00
IssuerLatvia
Year2019
TypeCommemorative circulation coin
Value2 Euros
CurrencyEuro (2014-date)
CompositionBimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring
Weight8.5 g
Dimensions25.75 mm
Thickness2.2 mm
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)Obverse: Ivars Drulle
Reverse: Luc Luycx
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#203
Obverse descriptionThe motif of a rising sun was very popular at the time of the foundation of the Latvian state. The rising sun symbolised the new country. With the help of artist Ivars Drulle, the sun motif created by artist Ansis Cīrulis and emerging as one of the basic elements of the Coat of Arms of Latvia has reborn into the commemorative coin `The Rising Sun`.  The graphic design and plaster model of the national side of the new commemorative coin has been created by artist Ivars Drulle,
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringUZLECOŠĀ SAULE LATVIJA 2019
Reverse descriptionA map, next to the face value, shows the European continent without borders.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse lettering2 EURO LL
EdgeReeded with inscription
Mint
Mintage2019  - - 300 000
2019  - BU Coincard - 7 000
Catalog ID8558789100
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