2 Euros Aqueduct of Segovia
2016 year| Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring | 8.5 g | 25.75 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Felipe VI (2014-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| 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 | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#81058 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
Map of Europe symbolizing the gathering of the fifteen nations of the European Union and twelve stars (six above and six below map).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2 EURO
LL
Engraver: Luc Luycx
Edge
Reeded with inscription: the number "2" and two stars, repeated six times alternately upright and inverted
Script: Latin
Lettering: 2 ** 2 ** 2 ** 2 ** 2 ** 2 **
Comment
Spain started the commemorative coin series “Patrimonio de la Humanidad de la UNESCO” (UNESCO World Heritage) in 2010, commemorating all of Spain's UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which could continue until 2050. The order in which the coin for a specific site is issued coincides with the order in which they were declared a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Segovia is a city in the autonomous region of Castile and León, Spain and capital of Segovia Province. In 1985 the Old city of Segovia and its Aqueduct were declared World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. The Aqueduct, located in Plaza del Azoguejo, is the defining historical feature of the city, dating from the late 1st or early 2nd century CE. Acknowledged as the most important Roman civil engineering work in Spain, it consists of about 25,000 granite blocks held together without any mortar, and spans 818 meters with more than 170 arches, the highest being 29 metres high.
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the famous Aqueduct of Segovia, a Roman aqueduct that was built in the 1st century AD and is still standing today, making it one of the best-preserved ancient Roman structures in the world. The coin's design highlights the aqueduct's impressive architecture and historical significance, making it a valuable collector's item for anyone interested in history, architecture, or Spanish culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 M | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Euros (Aqueduct of Segovia) 2016 coin.
