2 Euros (Independence in 1964) 2014 front 2 Euros (Independence in 1964) 2014 back
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2 Euros Independence in

2014 year
Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring 8.5 g 25.75 mm
Description
Issuer
Malta
Period
Republic (1974-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
2014
Value
2 Euros 2 EUR = USD 2.20
Currency
Euro (2008-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
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#61125
Rarity index
9%

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

Lettering: 2 ✠✠ ﺡ ✠✠ 2 ✠✠ ﺡ ✠✠ 2 ✠✠ ﺡ ✠✠

Comment

The coin commemorating the Malta Independence constitution of 1964 is the fourth in the series of five coins that commemorate constitutional milestones in Maltese history. By means of the 1964 constitution Malta became an independent nation for the first time after hundreds of years of foreign domination.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases Malta's independence in 1964. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse side features a depiction of the Maltese flag and the date of independence, "1964," in bold letters. This design was created by the Maltese artist, Noel Galea Bason, and it was chosen as the winning design in a national competition organized by the Central Bank of Malta. This coin is a rare and collectible item, and it serves as a symbol of Malta's rich history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2014  400000 - - - - - -

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