{"id":25438,"date":"2026-01-24T22:28:51","date_gmt":"2026-01-24T21:28:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.2euros.org\/non-classifiee\/2026-portugal-70th-anniversary-of-the-calouste-gulbenkian-foundation\/"},"modified":"2026-04-28T06:10:23","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T04:10:23","slug":"2026-portugal-70th-anniversary-of-the-calouste-gulbenkian-foundation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.2euros.org\/en\/2-euro-commemorative-portugal\/2026-portugal-70th-anniversary-of-the-calouste-gulbenkian-foundation\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 – Portugal – 70th anniversary of the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Introduction<\/h2>\n\n

In 2026, Portugal will issue a \u20ac2 commemorative coin to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation<\/strong>, one of the country’s most prestigious cultural institutions. Founded in Lisbon in 1956, the foundation works in the fields of art, science, charity, and education. It perpetuates the wishes of its founder, the Armenian-British philanthropist Calouste Gulbenkian, who wanted to dedicate his fortune to the service of humanity. The coin thus pays tribute to an institution essential to Portugal’s cultural and intellectual influence. <\/p>\n\n

Coin Description<\/h2>\n\n

The obverse of the coin depicts a scene inspired by an ancient relief housed in the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum in Lisbon. It shows a charioteer<\/strong> driving a quadriga at full gallop. This representation, both classical and dynamic, symbolizes the drive, mastery, and power of cultural action. The choice of this motif underscores the foundation’s commitment to uniting tradition and modernity in a movement open to the future. <\/p>\n\n

Around the central scene is the inscription \u201cFUNDA\u00c7\u00c3O CALOUSTE GULBENKIAN,<\/strong>\u201d followed by the words \u201cARTE \u2022 BENEFIC\u00caNCIA \u2022 CI\u00caNCIA \u2022 EDUCA\u00c7\u00c3O.<\/strong>\u201d These terms, inscribed in Portuguese, represent the foundation\u2019s four main areas of activity. In the center, between the horses and the driver, are the dates \u201c1956\u20132026<\/strong>,\u201d indicating the institution\u2019s 70 years of existence. Below, the name of the issuing country, \u201cPORTUGAL<\/strong>,\u201d is found, accompanied by the national coat of arms. The names \u201cPEDRO CARVALHO<\/strong>\u201d and \u201cCASA DA MOEDA<\/strong>,\u201d the engraver and mint respectively, are visible on either side of the base of the design. Finally, the outer border features the twelve stars of the European Union, <\/strong>symbolizing Portugal\u2019s membership in the Eurozone. <\/p>\n\n

The artwork’s style combines delicate lines with expressiveness. The horses, rendered with elegance and vigor, seem to leap from the frame, reinforcing the sense of movement. The charioteer, focused and energetic, embodies the enlightened direction the foundation strives to maintain in its missions. The whole evokes continuity, mastery, and a commitment to serving society. <\/p>\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n

In summary, the 2-euro coin issued by Portugal in 2026 celebrates the 70th anniversary of the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation<\/strong>. It highlights an institution whose cultural, scientific, and humanitarian impact extends far beyond the country’s borders. Therefore, this issue celebrates a lasting philanthropic legacy and a commitment to progress. Furthermore, the depiction of the quadriga symbolically represents the energy and steadfastness of this work. In addition, the chosen inscriptions and visual elements accurately reflect the foundation’s core missions. Ultimately, this commemorative coin becomes a powerful tribute to a century of cultural ambition and enlightened generosity. <\/p>\n\n

Issuing Country:<\/strong><\/td>\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Issue Date:<\/strong><\/td>2026<\/td><\/tr>
Total Mintage:<\/strong><\/td>515.000<\/td><\/tr>
including Proof:<\/td> 7.500<\/td><\/tr>
including BU:<\/td> 7.500<\/td><\/tr>
including UNC:<\/td> 500.000<\/td><\/tr>
Engraver:<\/strong><\/td>Jo\u00e3o Duarte<\/td><\/tr>
Edge:<\/strong><\/td>\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Rarity:<\/strong><\/td><\/td><\/tr>
Official Journal:<\/strong><\/td><\/a>To be defined<\/a><\/td><\/tr>
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Do you want to know the technical specifications of this coin? Then, feel free to consult the page dedicated to the characteristics of a 2-euro coin<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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