© Mike Bentley (CC BY-NC)
© Mike Bentley (CC BY-NC)
2 Euros - Albert II 2nd map, 2nd type, 1st portrait
| Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring | 8.5 g | 25.75 mm |
| Issuer | Belgium |
|---|---|
| King | Albert II (1993-2013) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2009-2013 |
| Value | 2 Euros 2 EUR = USD 2.21 |
| 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 | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#6311 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
A map, next to the face value, shows the 15 states of the European Union
Script: Latin
Lettering: 2 EURO LL
Engraver: Luc Luycx
Edge
Finely reeded with edge lettering: six times the sequence "2 * *" or "* * 2" alternately upright and inverted
Lettering: 2 ** 2 ** 2 ** 2 ** 2 ** 2 **
Comment
Different workshop:Head of the archangel St Michel surmounted by a cross: Monnaie Royale de Belgique, Brussels
Engraver's differences :
Balance - Romain Coenen (2009)
Feather - Serge Lesens (2010-2012)
Cat - Bernard Gillard (2013)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Euro coin from Belgium featuring Albert II (2nd map, 2nd type, 1st portrait) is that it has a unique design element that sets it apart from other coins in the standard circulation series. The coin features a raised rim on both sides, which gives it a distinctive look and feel. This design feature was introduced as a security measure to prevent counterfeiting and to make the coin more easily recognizable as a genuine piece of currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 1506 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2010 | 1850 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2011 | 1850 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2012 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2013 | 1000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Euros - Albert II (2nd map, 2nd type, 1st portrait) 2009-2013 coin.
