2 Euros Kostis Palamas

2018 year


Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring	8.50 g	25.75 mm

Description

Issuer	Greece
Period	Third Hellenic Republic (1974-date)
Type	Circulating commemorative coin
Year	2018
Value	2 Euros 2 EUR = USD 2.20
Currency	Euro (2002-date)
Composition	Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring
Weight	8.50 g
Diameter	25.75 mm
Thickness	2.20 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated	2024-10-05

References

Numista	N#141403
Rarity index	10%

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: Greek

Lettering: ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΗ ΔΗΜΟΚΡΑΤΙΑ

Translation: Hellenic Republic

Comment

Kostis Palamas, who revitalised modern Greek poetry, was a towering figure in Greek literary life. He was an ardent supporter of ‘demotic’ (vernacular) Greek and contributed decisively to its recognition as a poetic medium. His funeral in 1943, attended by thousands of Athenians, turned into a massive demonstration against Nazi occupation.
The coin was issued in bankrolls and in Proof quality along with the Official Hellenic Proof Euro Coin Set in a wooden box with a certificate of authenticity.

Interesting fact

The coin's designer, Georgios Stamatopoulos, incorporated a unique feature into the coin's design. The letters "KP" (for Kostis Palamas) are hidden in the center of the coin, within the nickel brass clad nickel center. This subtle detail adds an extra layer of meaning and significance to the coin, making it a truly special collector's item.

Price

Date	Mintage	VG	F	VF	XF	AU	UNC
2018	2000	-	-	-	-	-	-

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Euros (Kostis Palamas) 2018 coin.