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2010 – Belgium – Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2010

Introduction This two euro coin was issued by Belgium in 2010. It commemorates the Belgian presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2010. Indeed, this issue highlights the importance of Belgium within the […]

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2010 – Finland – 150th anniversary of the monetary decree authorizing Finland to issue banknotes and coins and the creation of the Finnish mark

Introduction The euro coin issued by Finland in 2010 celebrates 150 years of the Monetary Decree authorizing Finland to issue banknotes and coins and the creation of the Finnish mark. This theme highlights the importance […]

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2010 – France – 70th anniversary of the appeal of June 18

Introduction The 2 euro commemorative coin issued by France in 2010 celebrates the 70th anniversary of the June 18 Appeal. Indeed, this appeal, launched by General Charles de Gaulle from London in 1940, marks the […]

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2010 – Germany – Presidency of Bremen in the Bundesrat

Introduction This 2 euro commemorative coin, issued by Germany in 2010, celebrates Bremen’s presidency of the Bundesrat. Bremen is a Hanseatic city famous for its historical and cultural heritage. Indeed, the piece highlights an emblematic […]

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2010 – Greece – 2500th anniversary of the Battle of Marathon

Introduction The euro coin issued by Greece in 2010 celebrates the 2500th anniversary of the Battle of Marathon. Indeed, this historic battle, which occurred in 490 BC, marks a decisive victory for the Athenians against […]

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2010 – Italy – 200th anniversary of the birth of Italian politician Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour

Introduction Italy issued this 2 euro coin in 2010 to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour. This famous statesman played a crucial role in the unification of Italy. […]

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2010 – Luxembourg – Coat of arms of the Grand Duke

Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by Luxembourg in 2010 highlights the coat of arms of Grand Duke Henri. It celebrates the heraldic heritage of the country and the importance of the grand ducal family. […]

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2010 – Portugal – 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Republic of Portugal

Introduction This 2 euro coin, issued by Portugal in 2010, celebrates the centenary of the Portuguese Republic. Indeed, Portugal became a republic on October 5, 1910. Thus, this coin commemorates a century of republic and […]

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2010 – San Marino – 500th anniversary of the death of the Italian painter Alessandro di Mariano di Vanni Filipepi, known as Sandro Botticelli

Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by San Marino in 2010 celebrates the 500th anniversary of the death of Italian painter Sandro Botticelli. This event highlights Botticelli’s importance in art history and his significant contribution […]

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2010 – Slovenia – 200th anniversary of the Ljubljana Botanical Garden

Introduction Slovenia’s euro coin, issued in 2010, celebrates the 200th anniversary of the Ljubljana Botanical Garden. This commemorative coin honors the rich history of this garden and its importance to botanical research. Therefore, Slovenia highlights […]

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2010 – Spain – Historic center of Cordoba, inscribed by UNESCO on the world heritage list since 1984

Introduction The euro coin issued by Spain in 2010 celebrates the historic center of Córdoba, an emblematic monument of Spanish historical and cultural heritage. This theme highlights the importance of this building in the history […]

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2010 – Vatican – Year of the priesthood

Introduction This two euro coin was issued by the Vatican City in 2010. It commemorates the Year for Priests. Pope Benedict XVI proclaimed this event to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the death of Jean-Marie […]

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