2 Euro Cents - Beatrix


Copper plated steel	3.06 g	18.75 mm

Description

Issuer	Netherlands
Queen	Beatrix (1980-2013)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Years	1999-2013
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	2024-10-06

References

Numista	N#146
Rarity index	4%

Reverse

A globe, next to the face value, shows Europe in relation to Africa and Asia.

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.

Interesting fact

The coin features a portrait of Queen Beatrix, who reigned from 1980 to 2013. She was the first queen to rule the Netherlands since the 19th century, and her reign was marked by significant changes in Dutch society, including the country's transition to a constitutional monarchy.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
1999	16500	-	-	-	-	-	-
2000	16500	-	-	-	-	-	-
2001	16500	-	-	-	-	-	-
2002	16500	-	-	-	-	-	-
2003	13000	-	-	-	-	-	-
2004	5000	-	-	-	-	-	-
2005	5000	-	-	-	-	-	-
2006	3500	-	-	-	-	-	-
2007	10000	-	-	-	-	-	-
2008	10000	-	-	-	-	-	-
2009	7500	-	-	-	-	-	-
2010	5000	-	-	-	-	-	-
2011	5000	-	-	-	-	-	-
2012	5000	-	-	-	-	-	-
2013	5000	-	-	-	-	-	-

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Euro Cents - Beatrix 1999-2013 coin.