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2 Euros - Franciscus Vatican Gendarmerie
2016 year| Bimetallic: copper-nickel clad nickel centre in nickel brass ring | 8.5 g | 25.75 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | Francis (Franciscus) (2013-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 2 Euros 2 EUR = USD 2.19 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: copper-nickel clad nickel centre in nickel brass ring |
| Weight | 8.5 g |
| Diameter | 25.75 mm |
| Thickness | 2.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#87772 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 20% |
Reverse
A map, next to the face value, shows the European continent without borders.
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 *
Comment
This is the folder/coincard that the coin was issued in.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing an image of Pope Francis on one side and the Vatican Gendarmerie emblem on the other. This coin was minted to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vatican Gendarmerie, a law enforcement agency responsible for maintaining security within the Vatican City. The coin's bimetallic composition, with a copper-nickel clad nickel center and a nickel brass ring, adds to its distinctiveness.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 R | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Euros - Franciscus (Vatican Gendarmerie) 2016 coin.
