2020 Estonia 2€ — Discovery of Antarctica

The Estonia 2020 2 euro commemorative coin marks the 200th anniversary of the discovery of Antarctica. The national side features a stylized representation of a sailing ship, referencing the expedition led by the Baltic German explorer Fabian Gottlieb von Bellingshausen. As a native of the island of Saaremaa, his role in the 1820 discovery is a significant point of pride in Estonian maritime history. The design incorporates the name of the explorer and the year of the discovery, reflecting the nation's historical connection to global exploration and scientific achievement. The coin is available in standard circulation format. The mintage for this 2020 issue is 750,000 coins.

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