Greece

2004 - Grèce - Jeux olympiques d'Athènes de 2004

2004 – Greece – 2004 Athens Olympic Games

This coin is the first €2 commemorative coin issued by Greece and the first ever issued by any country. Introduction Greece issued a 2 euro coin in 2004 to celebrate the Athens Olympic Games. Indeed, […]

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2007 - Europe - 50ème anniversaire du Traité de Rome

2007 – Europe – 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome

Introduction This two-euro coin issued by 13 European countries in 2007 commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome. This treaty, signed in 1957, marked the beginning of European integration by establishing the European […]

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2009 - Europe - 10ème anniversaire de l'Union Économique et Monétaire

2009 – Europe – 10th anniversary of the Economic and Monetary Union

Introduction In 2009, 16 European countries issued a commemorative €2 coin to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Economic and Monetary Union. This unique coin embodies the success and integration of economic and monetary policies […]

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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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2011 – Greece – Special Olympics World Games in 2011

Introduction The Euro coin issued by Greece in 2011 celebrates the Special Olympics World Games in Athens. Indeed, this international sporting event highlights the skills and talents of athletes with intellectual disabilities. Therefore, this commemorative […]

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2012 - Europe - 10ème anniversaire de l'Euro

2012 – Europe – 10th anniversary of the Euro

Introduction In 2012, 17 European countries issued this €2 coin to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the introduction of the euro. The European Union attaches particular importance to this commemorative coin, as it marks a […]

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2013 – Greece – 100th anniversary of the annexation of Crete to Greece

Introduction The euro coin issued by Greece in 2013 celebrates the 100th anniversary of the union of Crete with Greece. Indeed, this historic event, which occurred in 1913, marks a crucial moment in the modern […]

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2013 – Greece – 2400th anniversary of Plato’s Academy

Introduction The euro coin issued by Greece in 2013 celebrates the 2400th anniversary of the founding of Plato’s Academy. Indeed, this philosophical institution, founded by Plato in 387 BC, played a central role in the […]

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2014 – Greece – 150th anniversary of the union of the Ionian Islands with Greece

Introduction The euro coin issued by Greece in 2014 celebrates the 150th anniversary of the union of the Ionian Islands with Greece. Indeed, this union, which occurred in 1864, marks an important historical event for […]

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2014 – Greece – 400th anniversary of the death of the Greek painter, sculptor and architect Domínikos Theotokópoulos, known as El Greco

Introduction The euro coin issued by Greece in 2014 celebrates the 400th anniversary of the death of Domenikos Theotokopoulos, better known as El Greco. Indeed, this renowned artist is one of the most influential painters […]

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2015 - Europe - 30ème anniversaire du drapeau européen

2015 – Europe – 30th anniversary of the European flag

Introduction This 2 euro commemorative coin, issued by 19 European countries from 1 July 2015, celebrates the 30th anniversary of the European flag. First of all, it symbolises the unity and solidarity of the Member […]

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2015 – Greece – 75th anniversary of the death of Greek athlete Spyrídon Loúis

Introduction The euro coin issued by Greece in 2015 celebrates the 75th anniversary of the death of Spyridon Louis. Indeed, this famous Greek athlete is known for having won the marathon during the first modern […]

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2016 - Grèce - 120e anniversaire de la naissance du musicien grec, naturalisé américain, Dimitri Mitropoulos

2016 – Greece – 120th anniversary of the birth of the Greek musician, naturalized American, Dimitri Mitropoulos

Introduction The euro coin issued by Greece in 2016 celebrates the 120th anniversary of the birth of Dimitri Mitropoulos. Indeed, this famous Greek conductor and composer greatly influenced classical music of the 20th century. Therefore, […]

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2016 – Greece – 150th anniversary of the fire of Arkadi Monastery

Introduction The Euro coin issued by Greece in 2016 celebrates the Arkadi Monastery. Indeed, this monastery located in Crete is an important symbol of Greek resistance against the Ottoman occupation. Therefore, this commemorative coin honors […]

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2017 – Greece – 60th anniversary of the death of the Greek writer Níkos Kazantzakis

Introduction The euro coin issued by Greece in 2017 celebrates the 60th anniversary of the death of Nikos Kazantzakis. Indeed, this Greek writer is one of the most influential authors of the 20th century, known […]

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2017 – Greece – Archaeological site of Philippi

Introduction The euro coin issued by Greece in 2017 celebrates the archaeological site of Philippi. Indeed, this historic site, founded by Philip II of Macedonia in 356 BC, has great archaeological and cultural importance. Therefore, […]

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2018 – Greece – 70th anniversary of the union of the Dodecanese with Greece

Introduction This 2 euro coin was issued by Greece in 2018 to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the union of the Dodecanese islands with Greece. This theme is of great historical importance for the country. […]

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2018 – Greece – 75th anniversary of the death of the Greek poet Kostís Palamás

Introduction This 2 euro coin was issued by Greece in 2018 to honor Kostis Palamas, a renowned Greek poet and writer. The theme of this show pays homage to his significant contributions to Greek literature. […]

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2019 – Greece – 100th anniversary of the birth of Greek archaeologist Manolis Andronikos

Introduction This 2 euro coin was issued by Greece in 2019 to honor the 100th anniversary of the birth of Manolis Andronikos. This famous Greek archaeologist discovered the royal tombs of Vergina. Therefore, this coin […]

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2019 – Greece – 150th anniversary of the death of the Greek poet Andreas Calvos

Introduction This 2 euro coin was issued by Greece in 2019 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the death of Andreas Calvos. This famous Greek poet greatly influenced modern Greek literature. Therefore, this piece pays […]

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2020 – Greece – 100 years of the Union of Thrace with Greece

Introduction This 2 euro coin was issued by Greece in 2020 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the incorporation of Thrace into Greece. This historic event marked a crucial turning point in the country’s modern […]

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2020 – Greece – 2500 years of the Battle of Thermopylae

Introduction This 2 euro coin was issued by Greece in 2020 to commemorate the 2500th anniversary of the Battle of Thermopylae. This historic event is famous for the bravery of the Spartans against the Persian […]

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2021 – Greece – 200 years of the Greek Revolution

Introduction This 2 euro coin was issued by Greece in 2021 to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Greek Revolution of 1821. This landmark event led to Greece’s independence after centuries of Ottoman rule. Therefore, […]

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2022 – Europe – 35th anniversary of Erasmus

Introduction The €2 coin issued in 2022 to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Erasmus programme is a joint issue of 19 European countries. The programme is a flagship initiative of the European Union to […]

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2022 – Greece – The 200th anniversary of the first Greek constitution

Introduction This 2 euro coin was issued by Greece in 2022 to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the first Greek Constitution. Adopted in 1822, this constitution marked the beginning of a new era of governance […]

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2023 – Greece – The 100th birthday of Maria Callas

Introduction First, Greece is issuing a 2 euro coin in 2023 to celebrate the centenary of Maria Callas. Indeed, born in 1923, Maria Callas is one of the greatest sopranos of the 20th century, famous […]

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2023 – Greece – The 150th anniversary of Constantine Carathéodory

Introduction Greece is issuing a 2-euro coin in 2023 to honor the influential Greek mathematician Constantin Carathéodory. Born in 1873 and died in 1950, Carathéodory contributed to the theory of measurement, functions and thermodynamics. Contribution […]

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2004 – Greece – 2004 Athens Olympic Games

2007 – Europe – 50th anniversary of the Treaty of Rome

2009 – Europe – 10th anniversary of the Economic and Monetary Union

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

2011 – Greece – Special Olympics World Games in 2011

2012 – Europe – 10th anniversary of the Euro

2013 – Greece – 100th anniversary of the annexation of Crete to Greece

2013 – Greece – 2400th anniversary of Plato’s Academy

2014 – Greece – 150th anniversary of the union of the Ionian Islands with Greece

2014 – Greece – 400th anniversary of the death of the Greek painter, sculptor and architect Domínikos Theotokópoulos, known as El Greco

2015 – Europe – 30th anniversary of the European flag

2015 – Greece – 75th anniversary of the death of Greek athlete Spyrídon Loúis

2016 – Greece – 120th anniversary of the birth of the Greek musician, naturalized American, Dimitri Mitropoulos

2016 – Greece – 150th anniversary of the fire of Arkadi Monastery

2017 – Greece – 60th anniversary of the death of the Greek writer Níkos Kazantzakis

2017 – Greece – Archaeological site of Philippi

2018 – Greece – 70th anniversary of the union of the Dodecanese with Greece

2018 – Greece – 75th anniversary of the death of the Greek poet Kostís Palamás

2019 – Greece – 100th anniversary of the birth of Greek archaeologist Manolis Andronikos

2019 – Greece – 150th anniversary of the death of the Greek poet Andreas Calvos

2020 – Greece – 100 years of the Union of Thrace with Greece

2020 – Greece – 2500 years of the Battle of Thermopylae

2021 – Greece – 200 years of the Greek Revolution

2022 – Europe – 35th anniversary of Erasmus

2022 – Greece – The 200th anniversary of the first Greek constitution

2023 – Greece – The 100th birthday of Maria Callas

2023 – Greece – The 150th anniversary of Constantine Carathéodory

2024 – Greece – The 150th Anniversary of the Birth of Penelope Delta

2024 – Greece – The 50th Anniversary of the Restoration of Democracy in Greece

2025 – Greece – 100th anniversary of Mikis Theodorakis

2025 – Greece – 200th anniversary of the death of Laskarina Bouboulina