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2½ Euros Olympics
2008 year| Copper-nickel | 10 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Period | Third Republic (1974-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2008 |
| Value | 2½ Euros 2.5 EUR = USD 2.74 |
| Currency | Euro (2002-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#9132 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 15% |
Reverse
Logo of the Olympic Committee of Portugal on the left and on the right the globe.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
JOGOS OLÍMPICOS DE PEQUIM
INCM JOSÉ TEIXEIRA
COMITÉ OLÍMPICO DE PORTUGAL
Engraver: J. Teixeira
Edge
Reeded like II II II II
Interesting fact
The 2008 Portuguese Olympics 2½ Euro coin features a unique design that combines the Olympic rings with a depiction of the historic Portuguese ship, the "Sagres," which was used by explorer Vasco da Gama during his voyage to India in the 15th century. This design was chosen to symbolize the connection between the Olympic spirit and the history of exploration and discovery in Portugal.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 INCM | 485938 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2½ Euros (Olympics) 2008 coin.
