O nouă monedă comemorativă din Lituania - 31.05.2026

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Kaunas will be featured on Lithuania's second commemorative €2 coin in 2026. The upcoming issue pays tribute to the Baltic country's second most important city with a design that transforms its skyline into a composition full of architectural and historical references, turning the coin into a small panoramic view of the city. 

Located at the confluence of the Nemunas and Neris rivers, Kaunas is one of Lithuania's major cultural and historical centers. For centuries it has played a fundamental role in shaping the country's identity, and today it stands out for both its medieval heritage and its modernist architecture, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2023. This blend of tradition, spirituality, and modernity is precisely what this new 2-euro coin seeks to reflect. 

The design showcases several of the city's most iconic buildings integrated into a single urban panorama. On the left is the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, also known as the Church of Vytautas the Great, one of Kaunas' oldest churches and an inseparable symbol of its historic center. Beside it are the towers of the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul and the historic Perkūnas House, one of Lithuania's finest examples of late Gothic architecture.

At the center of the design stands Kaunas City Hall, one of the city's most recognizable buildings thanks to its elegant white tower, while in the background rises Kaunas Castle, a medieval fortress linked to the historical defense of Lithuanian territory. The coin also incorporates elements of modern Kaunas, such as the Central Post Office and the Basilica of the Resurrection of Christ, a monumental church that has become one of the city's visual icons.

One of the most interesting design details is the organic shape located in the lower left corner of the coin. In contrast to the straight lines of the buildings, this element introduces a more natural and fluid feel, seemingly representing the landscape and rivers surrounding the city, creating a unique visual balance between nature and urbanism.

The coin features the inscriptions “KAUNAS” and “LIETUVA”, the year 2026, the Lithuanian mint mark, and the initials of designer Tomas Dragūnas. The outer ring retains the twelve stars of the European Union, standard on all €2 coins.

The issue will have an estimated mintage of 500,000 coins, of which 495,000 will be for circulation and 5,000 will be issued in BU (Brilliant Uncirculated) quality in a numismatic presentation for collectors. Its release is scheduled for the fourth quarter of 2026.

Feature Detail 

Country Lithuania
Face value 2 euros
Year 2026
Reason Kaunas City
Designer Tomas Dragūnas
Total print run 500,000 coins
Coins in rolls 495,000
BU Coins 5,000
Expected issue date Fourth quarter of 2026

With this issue, Lithuania once again demonstrates its commitment to coins that also serve as a showcase of its cultural and urban heritage. This time, Kaunas is portrayed not only as a historic city, but also as a vibrant, modern city deeply connected to Lithuanian identity.

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O nouă monedă comemorativă din Lituania - 08.03.2026

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On March 18, 2026, the Bank of Lithuania will put into circulation a new commemorative 2 euro coin dedicated to Lithuania's energy independence, a topic that in recent years has acquired enormous political, economic and social relevance in Europe. 

The issue will consist of 500,000 pieces in total, distributed in two formats:

495,000 coins in UNC quality intended mainly for circulation and presented in rolls of 25 coins.

5,000 coins in BU quality, carefully presented in a coincard for collectors.

Beyond its numismatic interest, this coin represents a very current political and symbolic message: the importance of guaranteeing one's own energy supply in an international context marked by geopolitical tensions, armed conflicts and energy crises that have highlighted the vulnerability of many European countries.

Energy independence: a symbol of security and freedom

For decades, numerous European countries relied heavily on external energy imports, especially gas and oil. This dependence became a critical issue following events such as Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, which triggered an energy crisis in Europe and forced many states to rethink their energy policies.

For a Baltic country like Lithuania, the issue is even more sensitive. Historically integrated into the energy infrastructure inherited from the Soviet era, the country has undertaken a profound process in recent decades to decouple itself from dependent energy systems and build a modern grid, interconnected with Europe.

This path towards energy independence includes strategic projects such as:

the diversification of natural gas supplies

the electrical connection with neighboring European countries

the development of renewable energies

and the modernization of national energy networks

Energy independence is understood today as an essential element of national sovereignty, as it guarantees economic stability, strategic security and political decision-making capacity.

At a time when war and geopolitical tension continue to affect Europe, this currency serves as a reminder that energy is not just a technical or economic issue, but also a key factor in freedom and national resilience.

Coin description

The national side of the coin features a symbolic design representing Lithuania's energy, freedom, and determination to secure its energy future. At its center is a stylized figure evoking a bird in flight, a universal symbol of freedom and progress. Its wings transform into dynamic rays representing energy, while the bird's head takes the stylized form of Gediminas' Columns, one of the country's most recognizable historical symbols. The overall design conveys the idea of ​​a drive toward the future and a connection between tradition and innovation. The inscription "LIETUVA" appears on the left, while the year of issue, 2026, and the mint mark are shown on the right. As is customary on euro coins, the outer ring includes the twelve stars of the European Union.

The edge of the coin, like all those issued by Lithuania in this value, features the legends: LAISVĖ * VIENYBĖ * GEROVĖ * (FREEDOM * UNITY * WELL-BEING *).

Collector's Edition: Coincard

Of the total issue, 5,000 coins are presented in BU quality inside an official coincard, a presentation designed especially for collectors.

Circulation format: rolls of 25 coins

The majority of the mintage — 495,000 coins in UNC quality — is distributed in rolls of 25 coins, a standard format for circulation and also highly valued by collectors looking for uncirculated specimens.

A coin that reflects the present of Europe

The commemorative 2 euro coins not only celebrate historical events or important figures; sometimes they also reflect contemporary challenges that are shaping the course of Europe.

This Lithuanian broadcast dedicated to energy independence is a good example of this. In a world where energy resources can become tools of geopolitical pressure, guaranteeing secure access to energy has become a fundamental pillar of stability for European countries.

With this coin, Lithuania not only celebrates its own strategic achievement, but also sends a message that resonates across the continent: energy independence is a key condition for the security, prosperity, and freedom of nations.

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Un nou catalog numismatic din Lituania - 31.12.2026 - PDF

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Today I bring you a detailed catalogue published by the Bank of Lithuania (Lietuvos Bankas), which includes all commemorative and collector coins issued between 1993 and 2025. Until 2014, the country's official currency was the Lita, while from 2015 onwards Lithuania switched to using the Euro after joining the single European currency.

Before delving into the catalog, we will briefly review the history of the Lita and its subsequent replacement by the Euro, a relatively recent process that marked a key moment for the Lithuanian economy.

Lita

The lita was first introduced in 1922, after the country declared its independence from German occupation. Later, on June 25, 1993, it re-established itself as Lithuania's official currency.

The reintroduction of the Lita began planning even before the country achieved independence from the Soviet Union. The Bank of Lithuania was established on March 1, 1990, just ten days before the declaration of independence. In 1991, the Litas Committee was created, tasked with preparing for the abandonment of the Soviet ruble, setting the exchange rate, and organizing the transition to the new national currency. However, its introduction was delayed until 1993 to allow the economy to stabilize after independence and prevent the Lita from being affected by high inflation. It was also necessary to accumulate financial reserves to guarantee its backing and stability.

The Euro

Lithuania adopted the euro on January 1, 2015, becoming the nineteenth country to join the eurozone. This nation, with a population of less than three million, was initially scheduled to join on January 1, 2007. However, its accession was postponed several times—first until 2010 and then until 2013—due to its failure to meet the convergence criteria established in the 1992 Maastricht Treaty.

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O nouă monedă comemorativă din Lituania - 25.06.2025

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In 2019, the issuance of a series of 2-euro commemorative coins dedicated to the historical ethnographic regions of Lithuania: Samogitia, Aukštaitija, Dzūkija, and Suvalkija (Sudovia) began. One final coin was missing to complete the collection: the one corresponding to Little Lithuania ( Mažoji Lietuva ), whose issue was initially planned for 2023 but was cancelled for unknown reasons.

Today, thanks to our colleague Paul (Euromunter) , we finally learned the official design of this long-awaited coin, whose issue is confirmed for the fourth quarter of 2025. This will definitively conclude the series dedicated to the country's ethnographic regions.

The mintage will be 500,000 units , of which 495,000 will be in UNC (uncirculated) quality, available in rolls, and 5,000 in BU quality , presented in a coin card intended for collectors.

The design on the national side was created by Rolandas Rimkūnas , inspired by the regional coat of arms by Arvydas Každailis . The center of the coin features an elk holding a spear in its front paws, with a shining beacon above it , a symbol of light and guidance. On either side are kurenkahns , traditional Baltic Sea fishing boats. Below the coat of arms is a quote from the philosopher Vydūnas : “Spindulys esmi begalinės šviesos” (“A ray is the essence of infinite light”).

The composition is completed by the inscriptions “Lietuva” , “Mažoji Lietuva” , the year 2025 and the mint mark of the Lithuanian Mint , all surrounded by the 12 stars of the European Union flag . The edge of the coin, like all those issued by Lithuania in this denomination, features the legends: LAISVĖ * VIENYBĖ * GEROVĖ * (FREEDOM * UNITY * WELL-BEING *).

This coin not only completes a series celebrating Lithuania's regional diversity, but also represents a symbolic recognition of an area with a complex historical past, marked by Germanic influence and the current territorial division with the Russian enclave of Kaliningrad.

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O nouă monedă comemorativă din Lituania - 03.04.2025

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Lithuania 2 euro 2025 - For the defense

New bimetallic circulating commemorative:

"For the defense"

TECHNICAL DATA

External ring: copper-nickel
Center disc: nickel-brass, nickel and nickel-brass three layers
Diameter: 25.75 mm
Weight: 8.50 g
Thickness: 2.20 mm

 

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Un nou set numismatic din Lituania - 17.01.2025

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The 2025 Euroset of Lithuania, consisting of eight regular coins with a date of the current year, will be issued on January 22. Its emission volume is limited to 7,000 units and its recommended retail price in Lithuania is 25 euros.

Each new coin issued tells a story, invites us to delve deeper into the life of a character, transports us to a historical event or celebrates an anniversary. In short, each issue enriches us with new knowledge. This is also the case with many of the Eurosets issued throughout the year by different countries. A notable example is the Euroset from Lithuania that I am presenting to you today, dedicated to Baroque art in this country. This collection immerses us in a key period in the history of Western culture, marked by a revolutionary way of conceiving art.

BAROQUE IN LITHUANIA

It is said that 'Baroque', a word describing the Western art style that prevailed from the second half of the 16th century to the 18th century, was originally used to describe irregularly shaped pearls. In fact, it is easy to find links between them and Baroque art. Curved lines, ornaments, splendid interior decoration with minute details and bright colours are well-known characteristics of Baroque art. On the other hand, the outward luxury concealed a strong sense of fragility of human existence in the Baroque era, which led to many references in the culture of this period to death, preparation for it and reconciliation with it.

In Lithuania, the Baroque is sometimes considered a complete era of history. One could argue that it was during this period that Lithuanian culture was fully integrated into the European one and at the same time acquired the features we recognise today. The Baroque in Lithuania is not only represented by the Jesuit-based Vilnius University and its alumni who have gained European and global fame, such as the poet Maciej Kazimierz Sarbiewski (1595-1640), known as “Horace of the North”, the professor of rhetoric Zygimantas Liauksminas (1596/1597-1670), and the author of Artis Magnae Artilleriae, Kazimierz Siemienowicz (1600-1651), but also by the Vilnius Baroque School with Johan Christoph Glaubitz (1700-1767) at the forefront. There are also crosses dotting the rural fields, time-worn roadside shrines, and small chapels, reflecting rural devotion, integration, and contribution to European Catholic culture. Therefore, we would not be wrong in stating that the Baroque made Lithuania a consumer of European culture as well as a creator.

 

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Catalogul monedelor emise de Lituania între anii 1994-2024 - 28.12.2024 - PDF

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Today we present a complete catalogue shared by the Bank of Lithuania (Lietuvos Bankas), which includes all commemorative and collector coins issued between 1993 and 2024. Until 2014, the official currency of Lithuania was the Lita, and since 2015, the country adopted the Euro as part of the single European currency.

Before we delve into the catalogue, we will briefly review the history of the Lita and its transition to the Euro, a recent change that marked a milestone in the Lithuanian economy.

The Lita

 

The Lita was introduced in Lithuania in 1922, following the country's declaration of independence from the German occupation forces. It subsequently became the official currency of Lithuania again on 25 June 1993.

The reintroduction of the Lita was planned even before Lithuania achieved independence from the Soviet Union. The Bank of Lithuania was established on 1 March 1990, just 10 days before the country proclaimed its independence. In 1991, the Litas Committee was established to prepare the transition from the Soviet ruble to the new national currency and to define the exchange rate. However, its implementation was postponed until 1993 to allow the Lithuanian economy to stabilise after independence, thus avoiding exposing the Lita to high inflation. In addition, it was necessary to raise back-up funds to ensure its stability.

The Euro

Lithuania adopted the Euro on 1 January 2015, becoming the 19th country to join the Eurozone. This small country, with a population of less than three million, was originally scheduled to join the Eurozone on 1 January 2007. However, entry was delayed several times: first to 2010, then to 2013, due to failure to meet the convergence criteria set out in the 1992 Maastricht Treaty.

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O nouă monedă comemorativă din Lituania - 18.12.2024

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In the first quarter of 2025, the Bank of Lithuania will issue its first commemorative 2 euro coin of the year under the name “Defence of the Lithuanian State”. The coin’s design is the result of a design competition held for the occasion, in which the participants were asked to: “The theme of the defence of the Lithuanian state against foreign armed attacks should be reflected on the coin through artistic means.”

The winning design has already been selected and will be represented on the new coin. I show you the design below thanks to our colleague Paul (Euromunter).

The obverse of the commemorative coin, dedicated to defence, depicts the contours of Lithuania. The state borders are surrounded by a barrier of stylised thorns, resembling a hedgehog, which symbolises the concept of comprehensive defence of the whole society. The image of the hedgehog also represents the openness and fragility of free societies, which must be defended as much as possible against external threats. Lithuania is presented as a hedgehog that is always ready to defend itself. In the centre of the obverse there is the inscription “LIETUVA” (LITHUANIA), the year of issue (2025) and the mint mark of the Lithuanian Mint.

This coin will have an emission volume of 1,000,000 pieces, 990,0000 will be distributed in rolls of 25 coins and another 10,000 in BU quality will be in coincard.

On the issue of currency – Defense of the Lithuanian State against Foreign Armed Attacks

Lithuania, one of the three Baltic republics, is strategically located in Eastern Europe, bordering Russia and Belarus, two powers that have played a key role in shaping its history and defence policies. Since its independence in 1990 following the dissolution of the Soviet Union, Lithuania has worked hard to build a defence system that guarantees its sovereignty and the security of its population against potential foreign armed threats.

Lithuania’s location makes it a crucial point for the stability of Eastern Europe. It shares a border with the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad and with Russia’s ally Belarus, which puts it in a vulnerable position in the face of geopolitical tensions. These conditions have worsened since Russia’s annexation of Crimea in 2014 and the subsequent war in Ukraine.

Fear of possible foreign aggression has led Lithuania to strengthen its defence capabilities. In addition, the Suwałki Corridor, a narrow strip of land connecting Lithuania to Poland, is considered a potential strategic target in the event of a conflict, as it separates Kaliningrad from Belarus.

Lithuania has consistently increased its military spending, exceeding the 2% of GDP recommended by NATO. This budget is earmarked for the modernization of its army, the purchase of advanced weaponry and the improvement of military infrastructure.

Lithuania joined NATO in 2004, which marked a milestone in its defence strategy. This membership guarantees protection under Article 5 of the Washington Treaty, which states that an attack against one member is considered an attack against all. In addition, the country actively participates in joint military exercises, such as “Defending Europe” and “Baltops”, strengthening interoperability with allied forces.

In response to tensions with Russia, NATO has deployed multinational forces to the Baltic states. In Lithuania, a German-led battalion is operating as part of the Alliance's forward deployment, offering deterrence against potential aggression.

In 2015, Lithuania reintroduced compulsory military service as a direct response to perceived threats in the region. This programme has strengthened the pool of trained soldiers and fostered civic engagement with national defence.

In addition to physical threats, Lithuania faces risks in cyberspace, especially attacks targeting critical infrastructure and disinformation campaigns. Accordingly, it has developed advanced cybersecurity capabilities and works closely with international partners to strengthen its resilience in this area.

The defence of the Lithuanian state does not fall exclusively on its armed forces, but on society as well. The government has promoted civic and defence education programmes, encouraging citizens to take part in emergency preparedness exercises and join organisations such as the Lithuanian Rifle Union, a voluntary defence force.

Despite progress, Lithuania faces significant challenges, including reliance on imported military equipment, proximity to hostile actors, and the need to maintain internal cohesion in a context of hybrid threats. However, its focus on international cooperation, modernization of its armed forces, and social mobilization strengthens its ability to deter and respond to potential attacks.

In conclusion, the defence of the Lithuanian state is a national priority that combines a comprehensive strategy of military preparedness, international alliances and citizen mobilisation. As tensions in Eastern Europe persist, Lithuania will continue to strengthen its position as a bastion of stability and resilience in the region.

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O nouă monedă comemorativă din Lituania - 13.12.2024

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Latvia 5 euro 2024 - Cabbage

New silver collectors' issue:

"Cabbage" 

TECHNICAL DATA

Composition: silver .999
Mint: Lietuvos monetų kalykla (Lithuania)
Mintage: 3,500
Artist: Mārtiņš Rozenfelds

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O nouă monedă comemorativă din Lituania - 03.12.2024

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In 2023, the issue of the fifth and last commemorative 2 euro coin in the series “Lithuanian Ethnographic Regions”, dedicated to the “Region of Lithuania Minor” (Lithuania Minor, in English), was planned and officially announced by the Bank of Lithuania. For no known reason, the coin was cancelled and until today we have not heard anything officially about it.

The most likely (almost certain) reason for its cancellation is the controversy surrounding the recognition of Lithuania Minor as an ethnographic region of Lithuania due to its separate history, marked by Prussian and German influence, and because a large part of its territory belongs today to Russia (Kaliningrad Oblast). While some see it as a cultural and national reaffirmation, others consider that it could generate political and geographical tensions, given its historical and demographic status distinct from other traditional Lithuanian regions. (We will explain this in more detail at the end of the entry.)

Returning to the coin itself, it has been announced that it will be issued in the last quarter of 2025, with a mintage of 1 million coins, of which 10,000 will be presented in coincard form. With this mintage, this last coin in the series will have an issuance volume exactly double that of the other four.

The image of the coin you see above may be quite similar to the one issued, as the image of the region's coat of arms is usually used, and this one shows that of Minor Lithuania.

Coins that make up the series and years of issue

 

 2019 – Samogitia Region

2020 – Aukštaitija Region

2021 – Dzūkija Region

2022 – Suwalki Region

2025 – Lithuania Minor Region



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O nouă monedă comemorativă din Lituania - 02.10.2024

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Lithuania 2 euro 2024 - Sodai straw gardens

New bimetallic circulating commemorative:

"Sodai straw gardens (UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity)"

TECHNICAL DATA

External ring: copper-nickel
Center disc: nickel-brass, nickel and nickel-brass three layers
Diameter: 25.75 mm
Weight: 8.50 g
Thickness: 2.20 mm

 

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O nouă monedă comemorativă din Lituania - 18.09.2024

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The Bank of Lithuania is preparing to issue a new commemorative 2 euro coin on 25 September, entitled “Straw Gardens in Lithuania”, a motif dedicated to the one that was inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2023 under the name “Manufacturing of sodai, decorative straw ornaments in Lithuania”.

The national side of the coin depicts a stylised straw garden made up of geometric shapes of various sizes, with one spike pointing upwards (towards the sky) and the other downwards (towards the underworld). It also features the inscription “LIETUVA” (LITHUANIA), the year of issue (2024), the mint mark of the Lithuanian Mint and the twelve stars of the EU.

The edge of the coin, like all those issued by Lithuania in this value, bears the legends: LAISVĖ * VIENYBĖ * GEROVĖ * (FREEDOM * UNITY * WELL-BEING *).

The issue volume is 500,000 coins, of which 5,000 are BU quality and are presented in coin cards.

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Catalogul monedelor comemorative și de circulație emise de Lituania(1993-2023) - 09.08.2024 - PDF

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Today we have a very complete catalogue shared by the Bank of Lithuania (Lietuvos Bankas) in which it shows us all the commemorative and collector coins issued between 1993 and 2023. Until 2014 its currency was the Lita and since 2015 it has become part of the single European currency, the Euro.

Before leaving you with the aforementioned catalogue, we will briefly review what was its currency until very recently, and what it is today.

The Lita

 

The lita was introduced in Lithuania in 1922 following Lithuania's declaration of independence from the German occupation forces. The lita was again the official currency of Lithuania from 25 June 1993.

The introduction of the lita for the second time was prepared even before Lithuania gained independence from the Soviet Union. The Bank of Lithuania was established on March 1, 1990, 10 days before Lithuania declared its independence. In 1991, the Litas Committee was established to prepare the replacement of the Soviet ruble and determine the exchange rate. The reason for waiting until 1993 was mainly to allow a period for the country's economy to stabilize after independence and thus not expose the lita to a relatively high inflation rate, in addition to the need to raise back-up funds for the lita.

The Euro

 

Lithuania became the 19th country to adopt the Euro on 1 January 2015. This small country, with less than three million inhabitants, was originally scheduled to join the Eurozone on 1 January 2007, then in 2010 and then in 2013. All these dates had to be postponed as it did not meet the so-called convergence criteria agreed in the Maastricht Treaty in 1992.

Catalog 

 

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Noi monede comemorative din Lituania - 14.05.2024

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Lithuania 1.5 & 5 euro 2024 - The Twelve Brothers, Twelve Black Ravens

New commemoratives in CuNi and silver:

"From the Tales from My Childhood series: The Twelve Brothers, Twelve Black Ravens"

1.5 euro coin TECHNICAL DATA

Composition: copper-nickel
Diameter: 27.50 mm
Weight: 11.10 g
Mint: Lithuanian Mint (Lithuania)
Mintage: 30,000
Artist: Eglė Žemaitė

5 euro coin TECHNICAL DATA

Composition: silver (with a piece of amber)
Diameter: 28.70 mm
Weight: 12.44 g
Mint: Lithuanian Mint (Lithuania)
Mintage: 2,750
Artist: Eglė Žemaitė

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Noi monede comemorative din Lituania - 11.05.2024 - VIDEO

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Continuing with the issuance of the series of pieces called "Tales from my childhood", the Bank of Lithuania will launch another of these coins on May 22, which on this occasion will be dedicated to the Lithuanian fairy tale titled "The Twelve." brothers, the twelve black crows.

"The Twelve Brothers, Twelve Black Crows" is a well-known Lithuanian folk tale about a sister searching for her enchanted brothers who have been turned into black crows. Black crows symbolize a mysterious and magical world that is not easy to enter. This fairy tale highlights the importance of cooperation, perseverance and determination to overcome challenges, it is a valuable teaching tool that transmits these values ​​and morals to future generations.

Once again, the coin issued will be available in two versions with the same design: one of them will be minted in silver, will have colored elements and its face value will be €5, while the second version will be cheaper, minted in Cupro-nickel will have a face value of €1.50.

The reverse of the coin features the silhouette of the main character of the fairy tale (the sister) and the symbolic figures of her twelve brothers, the black crows, descending and becoming human beings. The symbolic tattoo (the tree of life) located on the sister's back is a representation of the key moments in her life: birds, winds, clouds, a mountain, children, a bonfire and a crown are all shown with Lithuanian folk ornaments, reinforcing the mystical plot of the fairy tale. The composition is surrounded by the inscription “Dvylika brolių, juodvarniais lakstančių” (The twelve brothers, the twelve black crows).

The obverse of the piece features a knitted “fabric” featuring the main motif of the fairy tale, the inscription of the issuing country “Lietuva” (Lithuania) and a symbolic silhouette of Vytis. The composition, alluding to a cozy evening in which fairy tales are told, is surrounded by small stars and the moon itself. Also appearing on both sides of the fabric are: the face value of the coin “€5”, the mint mark of the Lithuanian Mint and the year of issue “2024”.

Likewise, the edge of the cupro-nickel coin is striated, while the edge of the silver coin is decorated with small bunnies.

This second, cheaper version in cupro-nickel can be purchased in Lithuanian banks at a price of €2.50, while the colored silver coin has a price of €65.

 

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Technical characteristics of the coins

Country: Lithuania Lithuania
Year: 2024 2024
Face value: €5 €1.50
Metal: Silver Cupronickel
Purity: 925 –
Weight: 12.44g 11.10g
Diameter: 28.70mm 27.50mm
Quality: proof UNC
Roll: 2,750 30,000

 

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O nouă monedă comemorativă din Lituania - 30.04.2024

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The commemorative 2 euro coin issued by Lithuania this year will be under the name "Straw Gardens in Lithuania", it is a motif dedicated to which was inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2023 with the name “Manufacturing of sodai, decorative straw ornaments in Lithuania”.

The commemorative 2 euro coin dedicated to this topic

 

The national side of the coin shows a stylized straw garden made up of geometric shapes of various sizes, with one spike pointing upward (towards the sky) and the other pointing downwards (towards the underworld). Also included is the inscription “LIETUVA” (LITHUANIA), the year of issue (2024), the mint mark of the Lithuanian Mint and the twelve EU stars.

The edge of the coin, like all those issued by Lithuania in this value, has the legends: LAISVĖ * VIENYBĖ * GEROVĖ * (FREEDOM * UNITY * WELFARE *).

The issuance volume will be 500,000 coins, of which 5,000 in BU quality will be presented in coincard. The air date has not been announced.

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O nouă monedă comemorativă din Lituania - 26.03.2024 - VIDEO

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The Bank of Lithuania announces the issuance of a silver collector's coin on March 28 to commemorate the twentieth anniversary of its accession to NATO and the European Union.

Lithuania's accession to NATO and the European Union 20 years ago was a historic and decisive step in the country's quest for security and integration into the European community. After meeting all the conditions and criteria necessary for membership, on March 29, 2004, Lithuania officially became a member of NATO. This guaranteed not only military security, but also the confidence of foreign investors, who saw this step as a guarantee of stability and security.

The 20 years since Lithuania's accession to the European Union on 1 May 2004 are testament to the country's determination to become an integral part of the European family. Accession to the EU has opened up new opportunities for economic growth, educational development and social well-being, allowing Lithuanians to move, study and work freely throughout the EU. Furthermore, EU membership allows Lithuania to be part of the overall decision-making process that shapes EU policy and strategy.

In the center of the obverse of the coin appears the tricolor flag, a symbol of the independence of the Lithuanian State, which laid the foundations for becoming a full member of both NATO and the EU. The flag is surrounded by the coat of arms of the Lithuanian State, the Vytis (knight on horseback holding a sword and shield), the inscription "LIETUVA" (LITHUANIA), the denomination (20 euros), the year of issue (2024) and the mint mark of the Lithuanian Mint. Fragmented NATO and EU symbols represented at different levels appear on the background of the coin.

The tricolor flag appears in the center of the reverse of the coin. The flag is surrounded by NATO and EU symbols along with the dates of Lithuania's accession to NATO and the EU: March 29, 2004 and May 1, 2004. Article 5 of the North Atlantic Treaty written in microtext and the musical notes of the EU anthem: Ode to Joy from Beethoven's Ninth Symphony. 

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Technical characteristics of the currency and its issuance

Country: Lithuania
Year: 2024
Face value: 20 euros
Metal: 925 silver
Weight: 28.28g
Diameter: 38.61mm
Quality: proof
Issuance volume: 2,000

The selling price of this coin in Lithuania is 87 euros.

 

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Noi monede comemorative din Lituania - 21.10.2023

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Today, October 19, the Bank of Latvia has transferred a donation of 164,684.52 euros to the Ministry of Social Policy of Ukraine. These funds have been generated from the sales of the “For the Freedom of Ukraine” collector coin issued in December 2022 and the “Sunflower for Ukraine” 2 euro commemorative coin issued in May 2023, both of which represent moral support. and material to Ukraine in its fight for freedom.

Mārtiņš Kazāks, Governor of the Bank of Latvia, and Jānis Blūms, Head of the Cash Department, symbolically handed over to Anatolii Kutsevol, Ambassador of Ukraine to Latvia, the amount from the sale of both currencies. During the meeting, Bank representatives assured the ambassador that they will continue to support Ukraine and their nation in their fight for freedom.


«We are aware of the news from Ukraine daily and sincerely hope that Ukraine expels the invaders from its land and restores peace as soon as possible. Ukrainians are also fighting for us, so we want to help in any way we can. We thank everyone who has purchased the coins dedicated to Ukraine. You are helping Ukraine not only morally and symbolically, but also practically,” emphasizes Mārtiņš Kazāks.

The Russian invasion of Ukraine on February 24, 2022 changed the course of world history and deeply shattered us all. Ukraine continues to fight for its freedom and for Western values. The “For the Freedom of Ukraine” and “Sunflower for Ukraine” coins serve as a reminder not to get tired and tolerate what is happening in Ukraine. Ukraine's freedom is a shared responsibility.

Anyone who is not indifferent to the fate of Ukraine still has the opportunity to support Ukraine by purchasing the “For the Freedom of Ukraine” collector coin and the “Sunflower for Ukraine” commemorative coin.

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Vernisarea expoziției „Tătarii lituanieni în documentele de arhivă”

 

Vernisarea expoziției „Tătarii lituanieni în documentele de arhivă” va avea loc marți, 1 august, începând cu orele 14:00, la Memorialul Revoluției din Timișoara, Str. Oituz nr. 2B, în prezența Excelenței Sale Donatas Augulis, însărcinat cu afaceri la Ambasada Lituaniei în România și Bulgaria.
Expoziția a fost realizată realizată de Arhiva Istorică de Stat a Lituaniei cu sprijinul Ambasadei Republicii Lituania și va putea fi vizitată până în 30 august.
Întrucât arhivele păstrează numeroase documente referitoare la istoria și cultura tătarilor lituanieni, expoziția „Tătarii lituanieni în documentele de arhivă” este constituită din două părți. Documentele din prima parte oglindesc istoria acestei etnii și privilegiile acordate de către voievozii Lituaniei și Poloniei sub formă de hrisoave și acte referitoare la serviciul militar prestat în oastea Marelui Ducat al Lituaniei sau armata țaristă. Acestea sunt completate de o serie de dosare privind acordarea titlurilor de noblețe, arborii genealogici ale unor familii și stemele aferente, acte referitoare la împroprietărirea noilor sosiți cu moșii în localitățile Nemežys, Kena, Patruzeci de Tătari și planurile geometrice ale acestor moșii. Documentele din secolul XX reflectă situația tătarilor lituanieni din perioada interbelică, activitatea parohiilor musulmane și imamilor din localitățile Raižiai, Kaunas și Vinkšnupiai, starea lucrurilor în comunitățile și organizațiile religioase gen Asociația tătarilor din Kaunas, muftiatul din Vilnius și altele. Tot aici sunt expuse și portretele iluștrilor ofițeri de armată de origine tătărească Aleksandras Makulavičiųs, Suleimanas Chaleckas și altor militari de vază. În Arhiva Specială a Lituaniei se păstrează printre altele și un set documente referitoare la tătarii exilați de autoritățile sovietice de ocupație în deceniul al cincilea al secolului XX.
A doua parte a expoziției prezintă documente referitoare la activitatea moscheilor tătarilor lituanieni și registrele întocmite în lăcașele de cult. Rețeaua de moschei a fost întemeiată în perioada Republicii celor două națiuni. Documentele de arhivă conțin informații despre lăcașurile de cult din localitățile Raižiai, Patruzeci de Tătari, Nemėžis, suburbia orașului Vilnius – Lukiškės, Kaunas, Kėdainiai, Vinkșnupiai, Daubutișkės, Vija Murauščizna, Naugardukas și Vidžiai. În fondurile Arhivei Istorice de Stat a Lituaniei se păstrează versiunea originală în limba arabă a Coranului și o seamă de registre întocmite în perioada interbelică în parohiile localităților Kaunas, Nemėžis, Raižiai, Vinkšnupiai, Patruzeci de Tătari, Vilnius (suburbia Lukiškės). Împreună cu registrele parohiilor Patruzeci de Tătari și Vilnius au supraviețuit și altele mai vechi datate din secolul al XIX-lea. Dosarele privind acordarea titlurilor de noblețe și registrele unor moschei întocmite la sfârșitul secolului al XVIII-lea – începutul secolului al XIX-lea conțin înscrisuri referitoare la nașterea și decesele locuitorilor din satele Patruzeci de Tătari, Raižiai și suburbia Lukiškes.
Elaborate în limbile ruteană, polonă, rusă, franceză, arabă și lituaniană, documentele în cauză vor trezi neîndoios interesul cercetătorilor în domeniul sigilografiei. Actele privind originea nobilă a titularilor sunt însoțite de ștampile heraldice tătărești; documentele referitoare la arta războiului – de ștampilele Diviziei a 3-a a Armatei Marelui Ducat al Lituaniei și Regimentului tătăresc de ulani, iar actele de constituire a moscheilor sunt confirmate de ștampilele imamilor parohiilor musulmane și semnăturile de rigoare.
Documentele prezentate în cadrul prezentei expoziții mărturisesc că tătarii lituanieni au contribuit în mod semnificativ la restabilirea statalității, promovarea istoriei și culturii lituaniene, fiind o dovadă că această comunitate și-a legat îndeaproape viața de Lituania și constituie o parte integrantă a istoriei țării.

Proiectul face parte din Programul cultural național „Timișoara – Capitală Europeană a Culturii în anul 2023” și este finanțat prin programul Inside, derulat de Centrul de Proiecte al Municipiului Timișoara, cu sume alocate de la bugetul de stat, prin bugetul Ministerului Culturii.

 

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Expoziția de fotografie veche „Vilnius– 700 de ani”

 

Expoziția de fotografie veche „Vilnius– 700 de ani”

26 mai – 18 iunie 2023
Cel mai vechi document istoric în care este menționat numele Vilnius este o scrisoare a Marelui Duce al Lituaniei Gediminas, trimisă către Europa de Vest la 25 ianuarie 1323. Astfel, pe 25 ianuarie 2023, capitala Lituaniei sărbătorește 700 de ani de la prima mențiune.
Timp de șapte secole, Vilnius a trăit perioade de prosperitate dar și de declin. Aspectul orașului transformându-se în timp iar schimbările sale exterioare fiind în mare parte rezultatul războaielor, ocupațiilor, epidemiilor și incendiilor. Dar de fiecare dată, orașul își revenea pentru a prospera din nou. Primele, cele mai autentice imagini ale orașului au fost realizate în a doua jumătate a secolului al XIX-lea, când fotografia, una dintre cele mai importante descoperiri tehnologice a acelor vremuri a ajuns în sfârșit la Vilnius. Istoria fotografiei în Vilnius începe în 1839, odată cu producerea și afișarea primelor imagini dagherotip. Primele studiouri foto din oraș au fost deschise în 1860 de către fotografii Abdon Korzon și Albert Swieykowski, care realizau atunci imagini cu Vilnius. Orașul a fost filmat și de fotografi veniți din străinătate, printre care Wilhelm Zakharchik, Antal Rohrbach și Konrad Brandel, care au fost primii creatori de imagini incluse în albumele Vilniaus vaizdai (Imaginile Vilniusului). Cu toate acestea, primul fotograf care a documentat în detaliu vechiul Vilnius a fost Józef Czechowicz (1818-1888). În istoria fotografiei de la Vilnius, Czechowicz este cunoscut ca fiind un creator de panorame artistice, peisaje foto impresionante ale împrejurimilor și cronicar al monumentelor arhitecturale unice și al evenimentelor importante din viața orașului.
Mai târziu, Vilnius a fost fotografiat de Stanisław Filibert Fleury (1858-1915), care, la cumpăna dintre secolele al XIX-lea și al XX-lea, a folosit fotografia pentru a surprinde monumentele istorice și arhitecturale în fotografiile sale, precum și scene din viața de zi cu zi a orașului fotografiind cu mare plăcere oamenii în stradă, piețe, bazare și târguri.
Cea mai mare colecție de fotografii ale Vilniusului a fost asamblată de fotograful și pionierul fotografiei de artă Jan Bułhak (1876-1950). De-a lungul multor ani în care a fotografiat orașul, din 1910 până în 1944, Bułhak a creat mii de fotografii interesante și valoroase. După ce s-a stabilit la Vilnius înainte de Primul Război Mondial, a fost angajat ca fotograf de oraș, motiv pentru care cea mai mare parte a moștenirii sale constă în fotografii artistice ale arhitecturii Vilniusului: imagini ale străzilor din orașul vechi, bisericilor și interiorul acestora, mănăstirilor, palatelor și arhitecturii rezidențiale precum și alte tipuri de arhitectură și detaliile acesteia. Bułhak a acordat o atenție considerabilă luminii naturale, care a devenit un motiv estetic esențial în fotografia sa și principala sa metodă de exprimare artistică.
Această expoziție prezintă o mică selecție de imagini istorice ale Vilniusului, care vor oferi vizitatorilor ocazia de a vedea și de a-și imagina cum arăta orașul în trecut. Spiritul acestui oraș istoric este perfect subliniat în cuvintele lui Jan Bułhak: „Vilnius sună, joacă și cântă prin turlele bisericilor sale, zâmbește prin florile sale de grădină, roșește prin țiglele sale, încântă cu dealurile sale înverzite și râurile limpezi, și emoționează orice inimă capabilă de iubire. Clopotele Vilniusului răsună profetic, sonor: Am fost, suntem și vom fi aici!”
Expoziția de fotografie veche „Vilnius– 700 de ani” va putea fi vizitată în perioada 26 mai – 18 iunie 2023, în holul de la etaj a Muzeului Național de Istorie a Moldovei, str. 31 August 1989, 121A.

 

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