Obverse: The obverse of the coin depicts the fall of the junta of colonels in 1974. July 24 and marks the restoration of democracy in Greece after seven years of dictatorship.
Reverse: The reverse of the coin shows the denomination of 2 euros and depicts a map of Europe.
About the coin: On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the restoration of democracy in Greece, the country issued a new 2-euro commemorative coin. This date commemorates an important moment in the history of Greece, when in 1974 the military dictatorship was abandoned and democracy was restored. The newly released coin symbolizes the nation's transition to a democratic form of government and pays tribute to those who fought for freedom and human rights. This anniversary highlights Greece's commitment to democratic values and encourages the country's population to remember the importance of its history.
