2 Euros (10 Years of EMU) 2009 front 2 Euros (10 Years of EMU) 2009 back
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2 Euros 10 Years of EMU

2009 year
Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring 8.5 g 25.75 mm
Description
Issuer
Federal Republic of Germany
Period
Federal Republic (1949-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
2009
Value
2 Euros 2 EUR = USD 2.20
Currency
Euro (2002-date)
Composition
Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring
Weight
8.5 g
Diameter
25.75 mm
Thickness
2.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#5054
Rarity index
5%

Reverse

A map, next to the face value, shows the European continent without borders.

Script: Latin

Lettering: 2 EURO LL

Engraver: Luc Luycx

Edge

Reeded with inscription.

Script: Latin

Lettering: EINIGKEIT UND RECHT UND FREIHEIT

Translation: Unity and Justice and Freedom

Comment

The design was chosen out of a shortlist of five by members of the public across the European Union voting online. It was created by George Stamatopoulos, a sculptor from the Minting department at the Bank of Greece.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the unity and diversity of the European Union. The coin's outer ring features the 12 stars of the European Union, while the inner circle depicts the map of Europe, highlighting the member states that were part of the EMU (European Monetary Union) at the time of the coin's issuance. This design represents the collaboration and cooperation among European countries, and serves as a symbol of the EU's commitment to promoting peace, stability, and economic growth.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2009 A 70000 - - - - - -
2009 D 70000 - - - - - -
2009 F 70000 - - - - - -
2009 G 70000 - - - - - -
2009 J 70000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Euros (10 Years of EMU) 2009 coin.