{"id":16946,"date":"2019-03-17T12:25:44","date_gmt":"2019-03-17T11:25:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.2euros.org\/non-classifiee\/2019-ireland-100th-anniversary-of-the-creation-of-dail-eireann\/"},"modified":"2025-01-31T14:24:24","modified_gmt":"2025-01-31T13:24:24","slug":"2019-ireland-100th-anniversary-of-the-creation-of-dail-eireann","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.2euros.org\/en\/2-euro-commemorative-2019\/2019-ireland-100th-anniversary-of-the-creation-of-dail-eireann\/","title":{"rendered":"2019 – Ireland – 100th anniversary of the creation of D\u00e1il \u00c9ireann"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Introduction<\/h2>\n\n

Ireland issued this 2 euro coin in 2019 to commemorate the hundredth anniversary of the creation of Dail Eireann, the Irish Parliament. The founding of Dail Eireann in 1919 marked the beginning of a new chapter in Irish political history. Therefore, this piece honors this founding event.<\/p>\n\n

Coin description<\/h2>\n\n

The obverse of the coin shows a stylized illustration of the Turoe Stone, an important Celtic artifact. This stone is decorated with spiral patterns, symbolizing Celtic art and culture. In the center, the inscription “An Ch\u00e9ad D\u00e1il” means “The First D\u00e1il” in Gaelic, referring to the first parliamentary assembly in Ireland. Above, the year “1919” recalls the year of this first assembly. At the bottom, the inscription “\u00e9ire” means “Ireland” in Gaelic, accompanied by the year of issue “2019”. Twelve stars surround the edge of the coin, representing the twelve founding countries of the European Union. The details of the illustration and the inscriptions create a harmonious and meaningful composition. Thus, each element highlights the historical importance of the creation of Dail Eireann.<\/p>\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n

In summary, Ireland issued this 2 euro coin in 2019 to celebrate the centenary of the creation of Dail Eireann. The design of the coin, with the Turoe stone and inscriptions, pays homage to this historic event. Therefore, this coin symbolizes the national recognition and historical significance of this event. Indeed, it recalls the beginnings of the Irish Parliament and its impact on Irish politics. Ultimately, this coin demonstrates national pride and respect for this founding event in Ireland’s modern history.<\/p>\n\n

Country of Issue:<\/strong><\/td>\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Date of issue:<\/strong><\/td>January 16, 2019<\/td><\/tr>
Total mintage:<\/strong><\/td>1.000.000<\/td><\/tr>
\u2013 Proof:<\/td>\u00a01.000 (en coffret s\u00e9rie euro)<\/td><\/tr>
\u2013 BU:<\/td>\u00a08.000<\/td><\/tr>
\u2013 UNC:<\/td>\u00a0991.000<\/td><\/tr>
Engraver:<\/strong><\/td>Emmet Mullins<\/td><\/tr>
The edge:<\/strong><\/td>\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Rarity:<\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
Official Journal:<\/strong><\/td>2019\/C 57\/12<\/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 Ireland issued this 2 euro coin in 2019 to commemorate the hundredth anniversary of the creation of Dail Eireann, the Irish Parliament. The founding of Dail Eireann in 1919 marked the beginning of a […]<\/a><\/p>\n

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