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2 Euros Bundesländer - "Sachsen"
2016 year| Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring | 8.5 g | 25.75 mm |
| Issuer | Federal Republic of Germany |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal Republic (1949-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 | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#80927 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
A map, next to the face value, shows the European continent without borders.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2 EURO
LL
Engraver: Luc Luycx
Edge
Reeded with inscription.
Script: Latin
Lettering: EINIGKEIT UND RECHT UND FREIHEIT
Translation: Unity and Justice and Freedom
Comment
Coins were distributed to public and banks in rolls with special imprint: "Bundesländer" (federal states)Coincard Mint Berlin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the Bundesland of Saxony, which is one of the 16 states in Germany. The coin's obverse side features the coat of arms of Saxony, while the reverse side features an image of the famous Zwinger Palace in Dresden, which is a prominent landmark in the state. This coin was minted in 2016 as part of a series of commemorative coins celebrating the Bundesländer of Germany, and it is a valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of German history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 A | 43000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2016 D | 43000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2016 F | 43000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2016 G | 43000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2016 J | 35000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Euros (Bundesländer - "Sachsen") 2016 coin.
