The coin is minted from an alloy containing 900 parts silver and 100 parts copper in proof-quality. The field of the coin is highly polished and the relief is matte, the edge is plain with the inscription “ČESKÁ NÁRODNÍ BANKA * Ag 0.900 * 13g *”.

The obverse side of the coin features an encircled composition of stylized heraldic animals inspired by the great state coat of arms, with 12 five-pointed stars symbolizing the European Union placed around the circumference of the circle. The name of the state in Czech “ČESKÁ REPUBLIKA” and the denomination and the abbreviated unit of Czech currency “200 Kč” are inscribed around the rim and below, between the name of the state and the five-pointed stars, is the mintmark of the Czech Mint.

The reverse side of the coin depicts 12 five-pointed stars symbolizing the European Union encircled in the centre of the field. Below, from left to right is lettered the two-line legend in Czech “PŘEDSEDNICTVÍ ČESKÉ REPUBLIKY V RADĚ EVROPSKÉ UNIE”. On the top right side is the year of mintage “2009” and in the centre, close to the top, is placed the national flag of the Czech Republic. The coin was designed by Josef Oplištil. His initials, consisting of intertwined letters “OJ”, can be found near the left edge of the national flag.

Each coin comes complete with a postcard-sized catalogue card made of yellow semi-carton, bearing a blue print. It features the coin in silver colour, its relief being dry-stamped. The coin description is in Czech and English. The card is identical for both standard and proof coins.

Limited edition of 19,700 pieces.