2 euros Introduction of the euro 10 years 2002 2012 Rare Varieties coin Value
Bimetallic composition: nickel center covered with Nickel Brass and Cupronickel ring
Weight 8.5 g
Diameter 25.75 mm
Thickness 2.2 mm
Round shape
Orientation Medal strike ↑↑
Commemorative coin 10th anniversary of the introduction of the euro (2002-2012).
Obverse
The coin represents the place occupied by the euro after 10 years of circulation in the euro zone. In the center of the room is represented the Earth with the symbol "€".
All around the planet are represented by different symbols of economic actors: the European Central Bank by the seat of the ECB, ecology and energy by wind turbines, industries with factories, cities by homes, European citizens by characters and trade by ship.
The coin is issued by each country in the euro zone and bears its name in the country's language (or languages) as well as the dates 2002 2012
The coin's outer ring represents the twelve stars of the European flag. The design was chosen from five designs shortlisted by citizens and residents of the European Union, who voted online. It is the work of Helmut Andexlinger, professional designer at the Austrian Mint. His initials "A.H." are present under the representation of the headquarters of the ECB.
Registration
FRENCH REPUBLIC A.H. € 2002 2012
Engraver Helmut Andexlinger
Reverse
A map of the European continent is represented on a dynamic canvas made up of the twelve stars of the European Union. Registration: 2 EURO LL
Engraver Luc Luycx Slice
Engraving on fine flutes: the inscription "2 **" repeated six times is oriented alternately from bottom to top and top to bottom.
Lettering: 2 ** 2 ** 2 ** 2 ** 2 ** 2 **
