2025 – Greece – 100th birthday of Manos Chatzidakis
Introduction In 2025, Greece issued a commemorative euro coin to celebrate the 100th birthday of Manos Chatzidakis. This composer, one of the most influential in […]
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2025 – Greece – 100th anniversary of Mikis Theodorakis
Introduction In 2025, Greece issued a commemorative euro coin to celebrate the 100th birthday of Mikis Theodorakis. A composer and iconic figure in Greek culture, […]
2025 – Luxembourg – 75th anniversary of the Schuman Declaration
More information coming soon Country of Issue: Date of issue: 2025 Total mintage: 250.000 – Proof: 1.000 – BU: 10.000 – UNC: 239.000 Engraver: Alain […]
2025 – Luxembourg – 25th anniversary of the accession to the throne of Grand Duke Henri
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by Luxembourg in 2025 celebrates the 25th anniversary of the accession to the throne of Grand Duke Henri. This […]
2024 – Italy – 250th Anniversary of the Founding of the Guardia di Finanza
Introduction The 2-euro commemorative coin issued by Italy in 2024 celebrates the 250th anniversary of the founding of the Guardia di Finanza. This Italian police […]
2024 – Vatican – 750th anniversary of the death of Saint Thomas Aquinas
Introduction The commemorative 2-euro coin from Vatican City, issued in 2024, celebrates the 750th anniversary of the death of Saint Thomas Aquinas. This special coin […]
2024 – Vatican – 150th anniversary of the birth of Guglielmo Marconi
Introduction This commemorative 2-euro coin, issued by the Vatican in 2024, celebrates the 150th anniversary of the birth of Guglielmo Marconi. Marconi is a pioneer […]
2024 – Portugal – The 50th anniversary of the revolution of April 25, 1974
Introduction The commemorative 2-euro coin from Portugal, issued in 2024, celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Carnation Revolution. This crucial event led to democracy after […]
2024 – Greece – The 50th Anniversary of the Restoration of Democracy in Greece
Introduction The commemorative 2-euro coin from Greece, issued in 2024, celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Metapolitefsi, the transition to democracy in 1974. This significant […]
2024 – Monaco – 500th anniversary of the Treaty of Charles Quint
Introduction Monaco is issuing a commemorative 2-euro coin in 2024 to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Peace Treaty signed with Charles Quint in 1524. […]
2024 – Slovenia – 250th Anniversary of the National and University Library
Introduction The commemorative 2-euro coin from Slovenia, issued in 2024, celebrates the 250th anniversary of the National and University Library of Slovenia (Narodna in univerzitetna […]
2024 – San-Marino – 530th anniversary of the death of Domenico Ghirlandaio
Introduction The commemorative 2-euro coin from San Marino, issued in 2024, celebrates the 530th anniversary of the death of Domenico Ghirlandaio. This Italian Renaissance painter […]
2024 – San-Marino – 50th anniversary of the declaration of civil rights and fundamental principles of the legal system of San Marino
Introduction The commemorative 2-euro coin from San Marino, issued in 2024, celebrates the Declaration of Civil Rights and the Fundamental Principles of the Legal System […]
2024 – Germany – 175th anniversary of the Constitution of the Church of Saint Paul in Frankfurt (Paulskirche)
The history of the coin The 2024 commemorative 2 euro coin issued by Germany honors the 1849 Constitution of Saint Paul’s Church (Paulskirche). Indeed, it […]
2023 – Andorra – 30th anniversary of Andorra’s accession to the United Nations
Introduction First of all, the 2023 commemorative 2 euro coin for the 30th anniversary of Andorra’s accession to the United Nations strongly symbolizes Andorra’s participation […]
2023 – Ireland – 50th anniversary of membership of the European Union
Introduction This commemorative 2 euro coin issued by Ireland in 2023 celebrates the 50th anniversary of its accession to the European Union, in 1973. Indeed, […]
2023 – Monaco – 100th birthday of Prince Rainier III
Introduction In 2023, Monaco issues a two-euro commemorative coin in honor of Rainier III. This coin marks the centenary of the birth of Prince Rainier […]
2023 – Vatican – 150th anniversary of the death of Alessandro Manzoni
Introduction In 2023, Vatican City issues a two-euro commemorative coin in honor of Alessandro Manzoni. This piece marks the 150th anniversary of the death of […]
2023 – Vatican – 500th anniversary of the death of Pietro Perugino
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by the Vatican in 2023 celebrates the 500th anniversary of the death of Pietro Perugino, a master of the […]
2023 – Malta – 225th anniversary of the arrival of the French in Malta
Introduction The commemorative 2 euro coin issued in 2023 celebrates the 225th anniversary of the arrival of the French in Malta. This landmark event in […]
2023 – Malta – 550th anniversary of the birth of Nicolaus Copernicus
Introduction The Malta Mint issued this commemorative 2 euro coin in 2023 to celebrate the 550th anniversary of the birth of Nicolaus Copernicus. Indeed, born […]
2024 – Luxembourg – 175th Anniversary of the Death of Grand Duke William II– UNC:2024 – Luxembourg – 175th Anniversary of the Death of Grand Duke William II
Introduction The commemorative 2-euro coin from Luxembourg, issued in 2024, celebrates the 175th anniversary of the reign of William II, Grand Duke of Luxembourg. This […]
2023 – Cyprus – 60th anniversary of the establishment of the Central Bank of Cyprus
Introduction Firstly, Cyprus issues a 2 euro commemorative coin in 2023 to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the founding of the Central Bank of Cyprus. […]
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 […]
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 […]
2023 – Italy – 100th anniversary of the Italian Air Force
Introduction Italy issued a 2 euro coin in 2023 to celebrate 100 years of the Italian Air Force (Aeronautica Militare). Founded in 1923, this institution […]
2023 – Italy – 150th anniversary of the death of Alessandro Manzoni
Introduction In 2023, Italy will issue a 2 euro coin to celebrate 150 years since the death of Alessandro Manzoni, thus honoring an emblematic literary […]
2023 – Luxembourg – 25th anniversary of the admission of Grand Duke Henri as a member of the International Olympic Committee
Introduction The commemorative 2 euro coin, issued in 2023 by Luxembourg, celebrates 25 years of membership of Grand Duke Henri to the International Olympic Committee. […]
2022 – Andorra – 10th anniversary of the monetary agreement between Andorra and the European Union
Introduction The euro coin issued by Andorra in 2022 celebrates the 10th anniversary of the monetary agreement between Andorra and the European Union. This theme […]
2022 – San Marino – 200th anniversary of the death of Antonio Canova
Introduction In 2022, the Republic of San Marino issued a two-euro commemorative coin to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the death of Antonio Canova. This […]
2023 – Germany – 1275th birthday of Charlemagne
Introduction The 2023 commemorative 2 euro coin, issued by Germany, honors Charlemagne. It celebrates its major historical role and its lasting influence on Europe. Indeed, […]
2022 – Vatican – 125th anniversary of the birth of Pope Paul VI
Introduction In 2022, Vatican City issued a two-euro commemorative coin to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the birth of Pope Paul VI. Born in 1897, […]
2022 – Vatican – 25th anniversary of the death of Mother Teresa
Introduction In 2022, Vatican City issued a two-euro commemorative coin to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the death of Mother Teresa of Calcutta. Mother Teresa, […]
2022 – Monaco – 100th anniversary of the death of Albert I
Introduction Monaco issued this two-euro commemorative coin in 2022 and celebrates the 100th anniversary of the death of Albert I, Prince of Monaco. Therefore, it […]
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 […]
2022 – France – 20th anniversary of the euro under Jacques Chirac: introduction of cash
Introduction In 2022, France issued a commemorative 2 euro coin to pay tribute to Jacques Chirac and the introduction of the euro during his five-year […]
2022 – Italy – 170th anniversary of the Polizia di Stato
Introduction Italy issued this 2 euro coin in 2022 to celebrate the 170th anniversary of the State Police (Polizia di Stato). Founded in 1852, this […]
2022 – Italy – 30th anniversary of the deaths of judges Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino
Introduction Italy issued this 2 euro coin in 2022 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the assassinations of judges Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino. These […]
2022 – Latvia – 100th anniversary of the Bank of Latvia
Introduction Latvia issued this 2 euro coin in 2022 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Bank of Latvia. Founded in 1922, the Bank of […]
2022 – Portugal – 100th anniversary of the first crossing of the South Atlantic by plane
Introduction In 2022, Portugal issued a two-euro commemorative coin that celebrates the 100th anniversary of the crossing of the South Atlantic by Portuguese aviators Gago […]
2022 – Lithuania – 100th anniversary of basketball in Lithuania
Introduction This 2 euro coin, issued by Lithuania in 2022, celebrates the 100th anniversary of basketball in Lithuania. The central theme of this piece is […]
2022 – Finland – 100th anniversary of the Finnish National Ballet
Introduction The euro coin issued by Finland in 2022 celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Finnish National Ballet. Indeed, this prestigious institution, founded in 1922, […]
2021 – Belgium – 500th anniversary of the appearance of the ordinance of the second period of coin issuance under the reign of Charles V
Introduction In 2021, Belgium issued a two-euro commemorative coin. It celebrates the 500th anniversary of the accession of Charles V to the throne as Holy […]
2021 – Andorra – 100th anniversary of the coronation of Our Lady of Meritxell
Introduction The euro coin issued by Andorra in 2021 commemorates the centenary of the restoration of the statue of the Virgin of Meritxell. This theme […]
2021 – Monaco – 10th wedding anniversary of Prince Albert II and Princess Charlène
Introduction Monaco issued this two-euro commemorative coin in 2021. The theme is the tenth anniversary of the princely marriage of His Serene Highness Prince Albert […]
2022 – Spain – 500th anniversary of the completion of the first circumnavigation of the world
Introduction The euro coin issued by Spain in 2022 celebrates the 500th anniversary of the first world tour by Juan Sebastián Elcano. This theme highlights […]
2022 – Estonia – 150th anniversary of the founding of the Estonian Literature Society
Introduction The presented two-euro coin was issued by Estonia in 2022 and celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Estonian Writers’ Union. The central theme of […]
2022 – Luxembourg – 10th wedding anniversary of Hereditary Grand DHereditaryuke Guillaume and Grand Duchess Stéphanie
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by Luxembourg in 2022 celebrates the 10th wedding anniversary of Hereditary Grand Duke Guillaume and Hereditary Grand Duchess Stéphanie. […]
2022 – Luxembourg – 50th anniversary of the Luxembourg flag
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by Luxembourg in 2022 celebrates the 50th anniversary of the official adoption of the Luxembourg flag. This event marks […]
2022 – San Marino – 530th anniversary of the death of Piero Della Francesca
Introduction In 2022, the Republic of San Marino issued a two-euro commemorative coin to celebrate the 530th anniversary of the death of Piero della Francesca. […]
2022 – Slovenia – 150th birthday of Jože Plečnik
Introduction Slovenia’s euro coin, issued in 2022, celebrates architect Jože Plečnik. This commemorative coin pays tribute to Plečnik’s birth year, 1872, and highlights his significant […]
2021 – San Marino – The 550th anniversary of the birth of Albrecht Dürer
Introduction In 2021, the Republic of San Marino issued a two-euro commemorative coin to celebrate the 550th anniversary of the birth of Albrecht Dürer. This […]
2021 – Vatican – 450th anniversary of Caravaggio
Introduction In 2021, Vatican City issued a two-euro commemorative coin to celebrate the 450th anniversary of Caravaggio’s birth. This famous Italian painter, born in 1571, […]
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 […]
2008 – France – 50th anniversary of the Fifth Republic
Introduction France had planned to issue this 2 euro coin in 2008 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Constitution of the Fifth French Republic. […]
2013 – Belgium – 100th anniversary of the Tour of Flanders
Introduction Belgium should have issued this €2 coin in 2013 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Tour of Flanders, a famous cycling race. Indeed, […]
2021 – San Marino – The 450th anniversary of the birth of Caravaggio
Introduction This commemorative euro coin, issued by San Marino in 2021, celebrates the 450th anniversary of the birth of Caravaggio. Caravaggio, master of chiaroscuro, revolutionized […]
2013 – San Marino – 50th anniversary of the death of John Fitzgerald Kennedy
Introduction San Marino was to have issued this €2 coin in 2013 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of John F. Kennedy’s death. The theme of […]
2021 – Latvia – The 100th anniversary of international recognition of Latvia
Introduction Latvia issued this 2 euro coin in 2021 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Latvia’s de jure international recognition. This historic event, which occurred […]
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 […]
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 […]
2021 – Belgium – 100th anniversary of economic union with Luxembourg
Introduction In 2021, Belgium and Luxembourg issued a two-euro commemorative coin. It celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Belgian-Luxembourg Economic Union. Additionally, this piece highlights […]
2021 – Finland – 100th anniversary of self-government of the Âland Islands
Introduction The euro coin issued by Finland in 2021 celebrates the centenary of the autonomy of the Âland Islands. Indeed, this region obtained its autonomy […]
2021 – France – 75th anniversary of UNICEF
Introduction To begin with, this commemorative 2 euro coin, issued in 2021 by France, celebrates the 75th anniversary of UNICEF. Established in 1946, UNICEF (United […]
2021 – Italy – 250th anniversary of the declaration of Rome as the capital of Italy
Introduction Italy issued this 2 euro coin in 2021 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Rome as the capital of Italy. This event marks a […]
2021 – Luxembourg – The 100th birthday of Grand Duke Jean
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by Luxembourg in 2021 celebrates the 100th anniversary of the birth of Grand Duke Jean. This event marks an […]
2021 – Luxembourg – The 40th birthday of Grand Duke Guillaume & wedding of Grand Duke Henri and Grand Duchess Maria-Theresa
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by Luxembourg in 2021 celebrates the 40th anniversary of the marriage of Grand Duke Henri and Grand Duchess Maria […]
2021 – Slovakia – 100th anniversary of the birth of Alexander Dubček
Introduction In 2021, Slovakia issues a commemorative 2 euro coin. This coin celebrates the 100th anniversary of the birth of Alexander Dubček, an iconic figure […]
2021 – Vatican – 700th anniversary of the death of Dante Alighieri
Introduction This commemorative euro coin, issued by Vatican City in 2021, celebrates the 700th anniversary of the death of Dante Alighieri. Dante, Italian poet of […]
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 […]
2015 – Slovenia – 2000th anniversary of the founding of Emona (Ljubljana) by the Romans
Introduction Slovenia’s euro coin, issued in 2015, celebrates the 2000th anniversary of the founding of Emona, a former Roman colony located where Ljubljana is currently […]
2015 – Slovakia – 200th anniversary of the birth of the intellectual Ľudovít Štúr
Introduction This 2 euro coin, issued by Slovakia in 2015, celebrates the bicentenary of the birth of the intellectual Ľudovít Štúr. Indeed, Ľudovít Štúr is […]
2015 – San Marino – 25th anniversary of German reunification
Introduction In 2015, the Republic of San Marino issued a two-euro commemorative coin to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the reunification of Germany. This landmark […]
2015 – San Marino – 750th anniversary of the birth of the Florentine writer Dante Alighieri
Introduction In 2015, the Republic of San Marino issued a two-euro commemorative coin to celebrate the 750th anniversary of the birth of Dante Alighieri, a […]
2015 – Portugal – 500th anniversary of the first exchanges with Timor
Introduction This 2 euro coin, issued by Portugal in 2015, commemorates the 500th anniversary of the arrival of the Portuguese in Timor. In 1515, Portuguese […]
2015 – Portugal – 150th anniversary of the Portuguese Red Cross
Introduction This 2 euro coin, issued by Portugal in 2015, celebrates the 150th anniversary of the Portuguese Red Cross. Founded in 1865, this humanitarian organization […]
2015 – Monaco – 800th anniversary of the construction of the first castle on the rock
Introduction The two-euro coin issued by Monaco in 2015 celebrates the 800th anniversary of the founding of the Fortress of Monaco, the first castle on […]
2015 – Malta – 100th anniversary of the first flight from Malta
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by Malta in 2015 celebrates the 100th anniversary of the first flight from Malta, which took place in 1915. […]
2015 – Luxembourg – 125th anniversary of the Nassau-Weilburg Dynasty
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by Luxembourg in 2015 celebrates the 125th anniversary of the Nassau-Weilburg dynasty. This event marks an important milestone in […]
2015 – Luxembourg – 15th anniversary of the accession to the throne of Grand Duke Henri
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by Luxembourg in 2015 celebrates the 15th anniversary of Grand Duke Henri’s accession to the throne. This event marks […]
2015 – Latvia – 10th anniversary of the Latvian plan for the protection of black storks
Introduction Latvia issued this 2 euro coin in 2015 to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Latvian Black Stork Conservation Plan. This program plays a […]
2015 – Italy – 750th anniversary of the birth of the Florentine writer Dante Alighieri
Introduction Italy issued this 2 euro coin in 2015 to celebrate the 750th anniversary of the birth of Dante Alighieri. This famous Italian poet is […]
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 […]
2015 – France – 225th anniversary of the Fête de la Fédération
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by France in 2015 commemorates, through the Fête de la Fédération, a fundamental theme: freedom. This coin highlights the […]
2015 – Finland – 150th anniversary of the birth of Finnish painter and printmaker Akseli Gallen-Kallela
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by Finland in 2015 celebrates the 150th anniversary of the birth of painter and printmaker Akseli Gallen-Kallela. This event […]
2015 – Finland – 150th anniversary of the birth of Finnish composer Jean Sibelius
Introduction Finland issued a two-euro commemorative coin in 2015 to honour Jean Sibelius. Sibelius, who was born in 1865 and died in 1957, is one […]
2015 – Andorra – 30th anniversary of civil majority at 18 years old
Introduction The two-euro coin presented was issued by Andorra in 2015 and celebrates the 30th anniversary of the legal age of 18 in Andorra. This […]
2015 – Andorra – 25th anniversary of the customs agreement between Andorra and the European Union
Introduction The two-euro coin presented was issued by Andorra in 2015 and celebrates the 25th anniversary of the customs agreement with the European Union. This […]
2015 – Germany – 25th anniversary of German reunification
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by Germany in 2015 celebrates the 25th anniversary of German reunification. This event marks a major historical milestone in […]
2014 – Vatican – 25th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall
Introduction This two-euro coin was issued by the Vatican City in 2014. It commemorates the 25th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. This […]
2014 – Slovenia – 600th anniversary of the coronation of Holy Roman Empress Barbe de Cilley
Introduction Slovenia’s euro coin, issued in 2014, celebrates the 600th anniversary of the birth of Barbara de Cilley (Barbara Celjska). This commemorative coin honors the […]
2014 – Slovakia – 10th anniversary of Slovakia’s entry into the European Union
Introduction This 2 euro coin, issued by Slovakia in 2014, celebrates the 10th anniversary of the country’s accession to the European Union. Slovakia became a […]
2014 – San Marino – 90th anniversary of the death of Italian composer Giacomo Puccini
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by San Marino in 2014 celebrates the 90th anniversary of the death of Giacomo Puccini, the famous Italian composer. […]
2014 – San Marino – 500th anniversary of the death of the Italian architect and painter Donato di Angelo di Pascuccio, known as Bramante
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by San Marino in 2014 celebrates the 500th anniversary of the death of the Italian architect and painter Donato […]
2014 – Portugal – 40th anniversary of the Carnation Revolution
Introduction This 2 euro coin, issued by Portugal in 2014, celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Carnation Revolution. This revolution, which took place on April […]
2014 – Malta – 50th anniversary of its independence
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by Malta in 2014 celebrates the 50th anniversary of the country’s independence in 1964. This event marks a crucial […]
2014 – Malta – 200th Anniversary of the Maltese Police Force
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by Malta in 2014 celebrates the 200th anniversary of the establishment of the Malta Police Force. This event marks […]
2014 – Luxembourg – 50th anniversary of the accession to the throne of Grand Duke Jean
Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by Luxembourg in 2014 commemorates the 50th anniversary of Grand Duke Jean’s accession to the throne. This event marks […]
2014 – Luxembourg – 175th anniversary of independence
Introduction The 2-euro coin issued by Luxembourg in 2014 celebrates the 175th anniversary of the country’s independence. It pays tribute to this major historical event […]
2014 – Italy – 450th anniversary of the birth of the Italian scientist Galileo
Introduction Italy issued this 2 euro coin in 2014 to celebrate the 450th anniversary of Galileo Galilei’s birth. This famous scientist revolutionized physics and astronomy […]