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2 Euro (May 1968 Events in Belgium) – Belgium

Non-circulating coins
Commemoration: The 50th Anniversary of May 1968 Events in Belgium
Belgium
Context
Year: 2018
Issuer: Belgium Issuer flag
Ruler: Philippe
Currency:
(since 2002)
Total mintage: 257,500
Material
Diameter: 25.75 mm
Weight: 8.5 g
Thickness: 2.2 mm
Shape: Round
Composition: Bimetallic (Nickel brass center, Copper-nickel ring)
Technique: Milled
Alignment: Medal alignment
Obverse
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Reverse
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References
KM: #Click to copy to clipboard374
Numista: #140149
Value
Exchange value: 2 EUR = $2.36
Inflation-adjusted value: 2.48 EUR

Obverse

Description:
The design features students holding a pamphlet and flag, referencing Belgium's 1968 student demonstrations—a pivotal national event that influenced government reforms. The left side includes the Utrecht mintmark, the Herzele mint master mark, the year 2018, the country code BE, and the designer's initials LL. The reverse shows an auditorium, symbolizing students. The outer ring displays the 12 stars of the European flag.
Inscription:
MEI - MAI 1968

2018 BE
Translation:
MEI - MAY 1968

MMXVIII BE
Script: Latin
Languages: English, Latin
Engraver: Luc Luycx

Reverse

Description:
A map shows Europe borderless beside its face value.
Inscription:
2 EURO LL
Script: Latin
Engraver: Luc Luycx

Edge

Reeded with inscription
Legend:
2 ** 2 ** 2 ** 2 ** 2 ** 2 **

Mints

NameMark
Royal Dutch Mint

Mintings

YearMint MarkMintageQualityCollection
2018250,000
20187,500Proof
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