My grandfather is a man passionate about history and collecting, so it was no surprise when he presented me with some old coins. He told me about the importance of these pieces, not only financially, but also culturally and historically. He explained to me how each coin was minted and the historical context in which they were used. It was exciting to see how each coin carries a piece of history with it. He gave me the coins with great care and attention, and I promised to keep and care for them as he did. I thank him for giving me this precious inheritance.
In the center of the coin, the national coat of arms is shown, which is the official symbol of the country and represents its history, culture and values. It is flanked by the face value "200 escudos" in two lines, indicating the coin's face value. The background of the coin features symmetrical and wavy elements that symbolize the surface of the sea. These elements alternate between smooth and solid, creating a stylized design that represents the strength and movement of waves. The legend "República Portuguesa" appears on the lower edge, highlighting the coat of arms and the coin's face value and affirming the coin's origin and identity.
In the center of the coin, there is a circle with the twelve stars of the European Community, symbolizing a sun of stars, which represents the union and solidarity between the Member States of the European Union. This circle is surrounded by a field of symmetrical and wavy elements that symbolize the surface of the sea, these elements are stylized to represent the force and movement of the waves. The legend "Presidency of the European Community-1992" appears on the edge, highlighting the historical importance of the coin and indicating the period of presidency of the European Community to which it refers. The combination of these elements creates a strong and evocative image that symbolizes the unity, solidarity and strength of the European Community.
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