Feature: The 50th anniversary of May 1968 events in Belgium
Description:The design represents students with a
pamphlet and flag in their hands and refers to student demonstrations
that took place in Belgium in connection with the sociocultural changes
of May 1968. It was an important national event that shaped Belgium’s
national politics and influenced subsequent Government reforms, now 50
years ago.
The mintmark of Utrecht (the Mercury’s wand) is located on the left
together with the Belgian mint master mark (the coat of arms of the
municipality Herzele). The year mark 2018 and the country code BE are
located at the left as well, just like the initials LL of the designer
of the coin, Mr Luc Luycx.
An auditorium marks the back, which is a reference to students. The
coin’s outer ring bears the 12 stars of the European Union.
