2 Euros Charlemagne
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 |
| Issuer | Federal Republic of Germany |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal Republic (1949-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative 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 | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#356441 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
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
UNITY AND JUSTICE AND FREEDOM in German, Germany's national motto and the beginning of Germany's national anthem, followed by the Federal Eagle
Script: Latin
Lettering: EINIGKEIT UND RECHT UND FREIHEIT
Translation: Unity and Justice and Freedom
Comment
First coin ever with the "ẞ" (uppercase "ß") used within the legend.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique bimetallic design, with a nickel brass clad nickel center surrounded by a copper-nickel ring. This distinctive design element sets it apart from other coins in circulation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 A | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2023 D | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2023 F | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2023 G | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2023 J | 30000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Euros (Charlemagne) 2023 coin.
