© Mike Bentley (CC BY-NC)
© Mike Bentley (CC BY-NC)
2 Euros 10 Years of EMU
2009 year| Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring | 8.5 g | 25.75 mm |
| Issuer | Malta |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2009 |
| Value | 2 Euros 2 EUR = USD 2.20 |
| Currency | Euro (2008-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 | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#5072 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
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
Lettering: 2 * * 2 * * 2 * * 2 * * 2 * * 2 * *
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 inner circle depicts the 10 EU member states that adopted the euro in 2009, while the outer ring features the Maltese cross, which is a symbol of Malta's rich history and culture. This design represents the coming together of different nations and cultures under the umbrella of the European Union.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 700000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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.
