{"id":16896,"date":"2019-03-03T08:18:23","date_gmt":"2019-03-03T07:18:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.2euros.org\/non-classifiee\/2017-portugal-150th-anniversary-of-the-policia-de-seguranca-publica\/"},"modified":"2025-01-31T13:58:44","modified_gmt":"2025-01-31T12:58:44","slug":"2017-portugal-150th-anniversary-of-the-policia-de-seguranca-publica","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.2euros.org\/en\/2-euro-commemorative-2017\/2017-portugal-150th-anniversary-of-the-policia-de-seguranca-publica\/","title":{"rendered":"2017 – Portugal – 150th anniversary of the Pol\u00edcia de Seguran\u00e7a P\u00fablica"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Introduction<\/h2>\n\n

In 2017, Portugal issued a two-euro commemorative coin that celebrates the 150th anniversary of Portugal’s Public Security (PSP). In addition, it highlights the rights, freedoms and guarantees granted to Portuguese citizens.<\/p>\n\n

Coin description<\/h2>\n\n

The obverse of the coin features a complex artistic composition. Two stylized profiles of human faces are in the center, symbolizing the protection of citizens’ rights and freedoms. To the right of the faces, the words “DIREITOS”, “LIBERDADES”, and “GARANTIAS” appear in capital letters, emphasizing the importance of these fundamental principles.<\/p>\n\n

At the top of the piece, the acronym \u201cPSP\u201d is written, accompanied by the Public Security emblem. At the bottom we read “INCM” and “JOS\u00c9 DE GUIMAR\u00c3ES”, respectively the monetary institution responsible for the production of the piece and the name of the artist. Additionally, three stylized heraldic shields adorn the lower part of the coin, reminiscent of the traditional Portuguese coat of arms.<\/p>\n\n

Around the outer edge are the twelve stars of the European Union, symbolizing unity and cooperation between member states. Furthermore, the inscription \u201c1867-2017 SEGURAN\u00c7A P\u00daBLICA\u201d recalls the dates marking the anniversary of the founding of Public Security.<\/p>\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n

The two-euro commemorative coin issued by Portugal in 2017 honors the 150th anniversary of Public Security. It illustrates not only Portugal’s commitment to the protection of rights and freedoms, but also the country’s rich artistic and cultural tradition. Indeed, this piece embodies the importance of security and justice in society. Therefore, it represents a strong symbol of Portugal’s fundamental values \u200b\u200band its heritage.<\/p>\n\n

Country of Issue:<\/strong><\/td>\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Date of issue:<\/strong><\/td>July 13, 2017<\/td><\/tr>
Total mintage:<\/strong><\/td>520.000<\/td><\/tr>
\u2013 Proof:<\/td>\u00a010.000<\/td><\/tr>
\u2013 BU:<\/td>\u00a010.000<\/td><\/tr>
\u2013 UNC:<\/td>\u00a0500.000<\/td><\/tr>
Engraver:<\/strong><\/td>Jos\u00e9 de Guimar\u00e3es<\/td><\/tr>
The edge:<\/strong><\/td>\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Rarity:<\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
Official Journal:<\/strong><\/td>2017\/C 120\/08<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
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Do you want to know the technical specifications of this coin? Feel free to visit the page dedicated to the specifications of a 2-euro coin<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Introduction In 2017, Portugal issued a two-euro commemorative coin that celebrates the 150th anniversary of Portugal’s Public Security (PSP). In addition, it highlights the rights, freedoms and guarantees granted to Portuguese citizens. Coin description The […]<\/a><\/p>\n

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