Ireland Launches Commemorative Coins Honoring U2 and Maeve Binchy

The Central Bank of Ireland is releasing a new series of collector coins featuring the iconic rock band U2 and celebrated author Maeve Binchy. The commemorative issue recognizes their lasting contributions to Irish music and literature.

7 Sept, 09:14 — 7 Sept, 13:09

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The Central Bank of Ireland regularly issues commemorative currency to celebrate national icons, reflecting the country's cultural heritage and global soft power. This initiative follows a successful program honoring literary and musical legends like Bram Stoker and Luke Kelly, reinforcing Ireland's pride in its artistic contributions.

Key entitiesCentral Bank of Ireland U2 Maeve Binchy Bram Stoker Luke Kelly

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irish-timesHigh1h ago

Maeve Binchy and U2 to feature on new commemorative coins

Central Bank announces latest in series which has previously included Bram Stoker and Luke Kelly

By Olivia Kelleher

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irish-independent1h ago

Commemorative coins honour U2 and Maeve Binchy

By Philip Cowman

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rte-newsMostly Factual1h ago

Collector coins to be launched honouring U2, Maeve Binchy

The Central Bank has announced that two new coins honouring U2 and the late author Maeve Binchy will be launched this autumn as part of their commemorative coins programme.

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the-journal5h ago