© Mike Bentley (CC BY-NC)
© Mike Bentley (CC BY-NC)
2 Euros - Benedictus XVI 1st map
| Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring | 8.5 g | 25.75 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Benedict XVI (Benedictus XVI) (2005-2013) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Years | 2006-2007 |
| Value | 2 Euros 2 EUR = USD 2.19 |
| 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 | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#235 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 26% |
Reverse
A map, next to the face value, shows the fifteen states of the European Union
Script: Latin
Lettering: 2 EURO LL
Engraver: Luc Luycx
Edge
Finely ribbed with edge lettering: six times the sequence "2 * " alternately upright and inverted
Lettering: 2 * 2 * 2 * 2 * 2 * 2 *
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Vatican City's coat of arms, which includes the keys of St. Peter and the papal tiara, symbolizing the spiritual authority of the Pope.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 R | 16000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2007 R | 16000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Euros - Benedictus XVI (1st map) 2006-2007 coin.
