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The Bank of Croatia has officially announced the launch of its second commemorative 2 euro coin for 2025, as part of the series dedicated to Croatian Cities. This new issue pays tribute to the city of Pula and its most emblematic monument, the Pula Arena. Until today, the details and design were unknown, but the official image and all the information about this coin, which will enter circulation in just a few days, have now been revealed.
City of Pula and the Pula Arena
Pula is a coastal city located at the southern tip of the Istrian Peninsula in Croatia. It is known for its ancient history, ancient architecture, and privileged location on the Adriatic Sea. Over the centuries, it has been ruled by various powers—Romans, Venetians, Austro-Hungarians, and Italians—which has forged its multicultural identity.
The Pula Amphitheater is the city's most recognizable symbol. Built in the 1st century AD, during the reign of Emperor Vespasian, it is one of the six largest and best-preserved Roman amphitheaters in the world. With a capacity of around 23,000, it was the site of gladiatorial combats and today hosts concerts, festivals, and cultural events, making it a proud part of Croatia's heritage.
The currency
The national side of the coin was designed by artist Duje Botteri and minted by the Croatian Mint.
The Pula Arena is featured in its design as a central motif, depicted from the perspective of the Adriatic Sea, which appears symbolically in the lower part, highlighting the country's Mediterranean character. To the right of the main motif is the Church of St. Anthony, built in the 1930s, which forms part of the city's panoramic skyline.
Around the inner edge of the coin appear the inscriptions: “GRAD PULA – ARENA” (City of Pula – Arena), “HRVATSKA” (Croatia) and “2025” (year of issue).
On the edge of the coin is the inscription in slanted letters «O LIJEPA O DRAGA O SLATKA SLOBODO» («O beautiful, O dear, O sweet freedom!»), a verse from the Himna slobodi (Hymn to Liberty), part of the pastoral Dubravka written in the 17th century by Ivan Gundulić.
Issue and circulation
The coin will enter circulation on Friday, October 24, 2025. Collector's versions in BU and Proof grades will be released beginning December 1.
The total mintage will be 200,000, of which 190,000 will be available for exchange at banks across the country. The remaining 10,000 will be sold to collectors: 5,000 in BU quality and 5,000 in Proof quality.
2 euro commemorative coins 2025
Croatian commemorative 2 euro coins
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