2 Euros Old Town of Avila
2019 year| Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring | 8.5 g | 25.75 mm |
| Issuer | Spain |
|---|---|
| King | Felipe VI (2014-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | 2 Euros 2 EUR = USD 2.20 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring |
| Weight | 8.5 g |
| Diameter | 25.75 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#155939 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
Map of Europe symbolizing the gathering of the fifteen nations of the European Union and twelve stars (six above and six below map).
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2 EURO
LL
Engraver: Luc Luycx
Edge
Reeded with inscription: the number "2" and two stars, repeated six times alternately upright and inverted
Script: Latin
Lettering: 2 ** 2 ** 2 ** 2 ** 2 ** 2 **
Comment
Spain started the commemorative coin series “Patrimonio de la Humanidad de la UNESCO” (UNESCO World Heritage) in 2010, commemorating all of Spain's UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which could continue until 2050. The order in which the coin for a specific site is issued coincides with the order in which they were declared a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The defensive wall surrounding the original town of Avila was constructed in the 11th century. It features 82 semicircular towers and 9 gates, and is one of the most complete examples of town walls in Spain.
Interesting fact
The 2 Euro commemorative coin from Spain, featuring the Old Town of Avila, has a unique design element - it features a nickel brass clad nickel center in a copper-nickel ring, giving it a distinctive bimetallic appearance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 M | 8378 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Euros (Old Town of Avila) 2019 coin.
