The 2026 Belgian 2-euro coin in UNC quality celebrates the 50th anniversary of the National Geographic Institute and the 200th anniversary of the Royal Observatory of Belgium, bringing together cartography and astronomy in a single design. With an announced mintage of 125,000 coins, this commemorative issue pays tribute to Belgium’s scientific heritage through a design depicting a child standing on a map, pointing toward the sky.
| Size | XS | S | M | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Euro | 32/34 | 36 | 38 | 40 |
| USA | 0/2 | 4 | 6 | 8 |
| Bust(in) | 31-32 | 33 | 34 | 36 |
| Bust(cm) | 80.5-82.5 | 84.5 | 87 | 92 |
| Waist(in) | 24-25 | 26 | 27 | 29 |
| Waist(cm) | 62.5-64.5 | 66.5 | 69 | 74 |
| Hips(in) | 34-35 | 36 | 37 | 39 |
| Hips(cm) | 87.5-89.5 | 91.5 | 94 | 99 |
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The 2026 Belgian 2-euro coin, “50th Anniversary of the National Geographic Institute and 200th Anniversary of the Royal Observatory of Belgium,” honors two of the country’s leading scientific institutions. This commemorative issue brings together cartography, astronomical observation, scientific research, and the dissemination of knowledge under a single theme.
The National Geographic Institute of Belgium, founded in 1976, plays a vital role in the production and management of geographic data for the Belgian territory. Building on a long tradition of cartography, it provides essential reference information for understanding, planning, and representing the country. Its work encompasses maps, geodetic data, topographic surveys, and modern digital tools used by government agencies, researchers, professionals, and the general public.
The Royal Observatory of Belgium, founded in 1826, is celebrating two centuries of scientific activity. A leading institution in Earth and space sciences, it has distinguished itself in fields such as astronomy, time measurement, solar research, geophysics, and seismology. Its history reflects the importance Belgium places on research, scientific observation, and the understanding of natural phenomena.
The design of this 2026 Belgian commemorative 2-euro coin subtly combines the missions of these two institutions. The composition depicts a child standing on a map, symbolizing the National Geographic Institute and the exploration of the territory. The child’s gaze and gesture are directed toward the sky, referencing the Royal Observatory of Belgium and the exploration of the universe. This scene thus unites Earth and the cosmos in a single visual narrative, balancing cartographic precision with scientific curiosity.
The national side of the coin also features the inscription “BE 2026, ” accompanied by the mint master’s mark—represented by an Erlenmeyer flask containing an aster—as well as the mint mark of the Royal Dutch Mint, Mercury’s caduceus. The design is by Iris Bruijns, whose work highlights the balance between modernity, symbolism, and numismatic legibility.
This issue is available in Brillant Universel (BU) quality, in an official coin card in the French version. The design highlights the domes of the Royal Observatory and a contemporary map associated with the National Geographic Institute, reinforcing the connection between the two anniversaries being celebrated. With a total announced mintage of 125,000 pieces, this 2026 Belgium 2-euro coin is an attractive piece for collectors of Belgian commemorative coins, official coin sets, and European issues dedicated to science and institutional heritage.
Mintage: 125,000 pieces
Unc quality
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