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2 Euros - Albert II 2nd map, 2nd type, 2nd portrait
2008 year| 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 |
| Year | 2008 |
| 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#6293 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
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
Privy mark:- Scales: Romain Coenen, 1987-2009
Interesting fact
The 2 Euro coin featuring King Albert II of Belgium, which was minted in 2008, has a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins of the same denomination. The coin's outer ring is made of a copper-nickel alloy, while the inner core is made of a nickel-brass alloy. This bi-metallic design gives the coin a distinctive look and feel, and it's a notable example of the innovative designs that have been used in the production of Euro coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 2006 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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, 2nd portrait) 2008 coin.
