2 Euros - Albert II (Rainier III, Prince of Monaco) 2023 front 2 Euros - Albert II (Rainier III, Prince of Monaco) 2023 back
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2 Euros - Albert II Rainier III, Prince of Monaco

2023 year
Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring (Core: 75% Cu, 20% Zn, 5% Ni Ring: 75% Cu, 25% Ni) 8.5 g 25.75 mm
Description
Issuer
Monaco
Prince
Albert II (2005-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2023
Value
2 Euros 2 EUR = USD 2.20
Currency
Euro (2002-date)
Composition
Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring (Core: 75% Cu, 20% Zn, 5% Ni Ring: 75% Cu, 25% Ni)
Weight
8.5 g
Diameter
25.75 mm
Thickness
2.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#367729
Rarity index
54%

Reverse

A geographical map of Western Europe spans the outer ring and inner core on the right side of the coin. The inscription 2 EURO is superimposed over the map of Europe, with the numeral “2” located in an open field representing the eastern Atlantic Ocean. 12 stars are located on the right side of the outer ring, with six stars atop the map of Europe and six stars below it; six vertical stripes cut across the inner core of the coin, visually connecting the upper and lower star segments.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
2 EURO
LL

Designer: Luc Luycx

Edge

The sequence "2 ★ ★" repeated six times alternately upright and inverted

Script: Latin

Lettering: 2★★2★★2★★2★★2★★2★★

Comment

Coffret Belle Epreuve (photo Hervé Samarati) - Issue price


For the 10,000 boxes given free of charge to Monegasques, the inscriptions on the packaging are in red and there is an M in front of the certificate number.


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Interesting fact

This coin features a unique bimetallic composition, combining a nickel-brass core with a copper-nickel outer layer. The core consists of 75% copper, 20% zinc, and 5% nickel, while the outer ring is composed of 75% copper and 25% nickel. This combination creates a visually striking appearance and enhances durability.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2023  10000 - - - - - -

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