Portugal 2 Euros, 2023

2 Euros from Portugal. Issued in 2023. Struck in Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring (Core: 75% Cu, 20% Zn, 5% Ni Ring: 75% Cu, 25% Ni). Measures 25.75 mm and weighs 8.5 g.

Obverse

In the superior ring, it is written "Jornada Mundial da Juventude Lisboa 2023". In the down left there is a representation of the portuguese shield. In the center, it is written "Portugal". In the right, it is written "Casa da Moeda" and the indication of the author João Duarte. At the center of the coin, there is the pilgrim cross. Several figures sugest the shape of a globe. At the bottom, there are two hands hugging the figures. The coin’s outer ring depicts the 12 stars of the European flag. (World Youth Day - Lisbon 2023)

Reverse

A geographical map of Western Europe spans the outer ring and inner core on the right side of the coin. The inscription 2 EURO is superimposed over the map of Europe, with the numeral “2” located in an open field representing the eastern Atlantic Ocean. 12 stars are located on the right side of the outer ring, with six stars atop the map of Europe and six stars below it; six vertical stripes cut across the inner core of the coin, visually connecting the upper and lower star segments.

Edge

Finely reeded with inscription: seven castles and five coats of arms