2€ Euro Greece 2019 – 150 Years Since the Death of Andreas Kalvos, Colored

This collectible colored coin pays tribute to Andreas Kalvos, one of the most important Greek poets of the modern era. Kalvos, born in Zakynthos in 1792 and died in 1869, was known for his ability to combine neoclassical education with the ideals of romanticism. His poetic creations, expressed in an archaic vernacular language, capture both the revolutionary ideas of his time and his personal vision.

The coin, minted by the Greek Mint, features a portrait of Kalvos. Around the inner edge on the left, the poet’s full name, his lifespan, and the year of minting are inscribed, while on the right, the words “HELLENIC REPUBLIC” are written. The right part of the design also displays the monogram of the artist Georgios Stamatopoulos.

This unique and rare collectible coin is a commemorative piece of Greece’s history and European poetry. It is ideal for coin collection enthusiasts and poetry lovers, as well as those interested in history and Greece’s cultural heritage.