Andorra 2 Euro 2025

History

Obverse. Photo © Government of Andorra

Description

The bearded vulture, also known as the lammergeier (Gypaetus barbatus), is one of the rarest and most majestic birds of prey in Europe, known for its striking appearance and unique habit of feeding primarily on bone marrow. In Andorra, located in the Pyrenees, the bearded vulture holds special ecological and symbolic significance. The rugged, mountainous terrain of Andorra provides an ideal habitat for this endangered species, and conservation efforts in the region have contributed to its gradual recovery in the Pyrenean range. By dedicating one of its 2025 commemorative €2 coins to the bearded vulture, Andorra not only highlights its commitment to preserving biodiversity but also raises awareness of the fragile balance between human activity and wildlife conservation in high-altitude ecosystems.

Obverse	Animal (fish, bird, mammal etc.) Bearded vulture Depicts the head of an adult specimen of bearded vulture at the center. The issuing country “ANDORRA” and the year “2025” below. The twelve stars of the European flag are shown on the outer coin ring. ANDORRA 2025
Reverse	Geography & astronomy Map 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. Luc Luycx, a designer at the Royal Belgian Mint, designed the Euro’s common reverse; his initials, LL, are seen on the right side of the design, just under the “O” in “EURO.” 2 EURO LL
Edge	Reeded and lettered The sequence "2 ★ ★" repeated six times alternately upright and inverted 2 ★ ★ 2 ★ ★ 2 ★ ★ 2 ★ ★ 2 ★ ★ 2 ★ ★