© Mike Bentley (CC BY-NC)
© Mike Bentley (CC BY-NC)
2 Euro Cents - Albert II 2nd type, 2nd portrait
2008 year| Copper plated steel | 3.06 g | 18.75 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Albert II (1993-2013) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 2 Euro Cents 0.02 EUR = USD 0.022 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Copper plated steel |
| Weight | 3.06 g |
| Diameter | 18.75 mm |
| Thickness | 1.67 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#6299 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 33% |
Reverse
A globe locating Europe in the world is drawn on a dynamic canvas composed of the twelve stars of the European Union.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 2 EURO CENT LL
Engraver: Luc Luycx
Edge
Smooth with a groove running circumferentially around the edge of the coin
Comment
Although still legal tender, these coins are no longer seen in circulation. All prices are now rounded to the nearest €0.05.
Privy mark:
- Scales: Romain Coenen, 1987-2009
Interesting fact
The 2 Euro Cents - Albert II (2nd type, 2nd portrait) 2008 coin from Belgium is a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was instead produced for collectors. Despite its small denomination, the coin is made of copper-plated steel and has a relatively low mintage of 50,000 pieces, making it a sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Euro Cents - Albert II (2nd type, 2nd portrait) 2008 coin.
