Europa coin programme
The Europa Coin Programme, also known as the European Silver Programme,
Eurostar logo
The Eurostar logo is the special mark used on coins to indicate participation in the Europa Coin Programme.[3] It is a stylised combination of an "E" for Europe (or the euro sign), and a star (often used to symbolize a nation, e.g. on the EU flag). Coins must show the Eurostar distinctly and visibly to the naked eye, but not be integral to the coin's design.[1]
Coin features
- Coins must be at least 900 fine silver and of proof quality.[1]
- Coins should be approximately "crown sized" -this allows for national traditions and customs.[1]
- Coins must show the Eurostar logo (pictured above) distinctly, and visible to the naked eye, but not be integral to the coin's design.[1]
History
- 2004 – EU enlargement [3]
- 2005 – Peace & freedom [3]
- 2006 – Distinguished European figures [3]
- 2007 – European Realisation [3]
- 2008 – Cultural heritage [3]
- 2009 – European Heritage [3]
- 2010 – European Architecture [3]
- 2011 – European Explorers [3]
- 2012 – European Visual Artists [3]
- 2013 – European Writers [3]
- 2014 – European Composers [3]
- 2015 – Anniversary of the UN
- 2016 – Five Ages of Europe : Modern Age
- 2017 – Five Ages of Europe : Age of Glass and Steel
- 2018 – Five Ages of Europe : Baroque and Rococo
References
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- ^ "Royal Dutch Mint". Archived from the original on 2011-07-13. Retrieved 2011-02-08.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l "Royal Scandinavian Mint". Archived from the original on 2015-03-10. Retrieved 2011-02-08.