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2 Euros - Sede Vacante
2005 year| Bimetallic: nickel brass clad nickel centre in copper-nickel ring | 8.5 g | 25.75 mm |
| Issuer | Vatican City |
|---|---|
| Period | Sede vacante (2005) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 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 | 8.5 g |
| Diameter | 25.75 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#227 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 33% |
Reverse
A map, next to the face value, shows the European continent without borders.
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 Sede Vacante 2005 coin is that it features a unique design that represents the transition of power between popes. The coin's reverse side depicts the Keys of St. Peter, which symbolize the authority of the Pope, and the papal tiara, which represents the papacy. The design also includes the coat of arms of the Cardinal Chamberlain, who is responsible for managing the papal election process. This coin was minted during the period of Sede Vacante, which means "empty seat" in Latin, and refers to the time between the death or resignation of a pope and the election of a new one.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 R | 60000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Euros - Sede Vacante 2005 coin.
