Slovakia 2 Euros, 2015

2 Euros from Slovakia. Issued in 2015. Struck in Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring. Measures 25.75 mm and weighs 8.5 g.

Obverse

The designs show the European Union flag as a symbol that unites people and cultures with shared visions and ideals for a better common future. Twelve stars that morph into human figures are embracing the birth of a new Europe. At the top right, in a semi-circle, are the issuing country and the years 1985-2015’. At the bottom right are the initials of the artist (Georgios Stamatopoulos). The coin’s outer ring bears the 12 stars of the European Union. (Slovakia)

Reverse

A map, next to the face value, shows the European continent without borders.

Edge

Reeded with inscription: country name in Slovak language with two stars and a linden leaf in the middle (Note: Type A - national design up lettering in readable position; Type B - national design down lettering in readable position) (Slovak Republic)