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2 Euros - Ioannes Paulus II
| Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring | 8.50 g | 25.75 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Pope | John Paul II (Ioannes Paulus II) (1978-2005) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2002-2005 |
| Value | 2 Euros 2 EUR = USD 2.19 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring |
| Weight | 8.50 g |
| Diameter | 25.75 mm |
| Thickness | 2.20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#219 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 23% |
Reverse
A map, next to the face value, shows the gathering of 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 the 2 Euro coin from Vatican City featuring Ioannes Paulus II (2002-2005) is that it has a unique design that sets it apart from other 2 Euro coins. The coin features a portrait of Pope John Paul II on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) depicts the coat of arms of the Vatican City, along with the inscription "CITTÀ DEL VATICANO" (Vatican City) and the year of issue. This design was specifically created for the Vatican City's 2 Euro coins and is not found on any other coins in the Eurozone.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 R | 9000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2003 R | 13000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2004 R | 16000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 2005 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 - Ioannes Paulus II 2002-2005 coin.
