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2025 – Vatican – 550th anniversary of Michelangelo

Introduction In 2025, the Vatican City State issued a 2-euro commemorative coin to celebrate the 550th anniversary of the birth of Michelangelo Buonarroti, born in 1475. This initiative pays tribute to one of the greatest […]

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2025 – Vatican – Jubilee 2025

Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by the Vatican City State in 2025 commemorates a major spiritual event: the Jubilee of the year 2025. This jubilee, also known as the Holy Year, has profound significance […]

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2024 - Vatican - 750ème anniversaire de la mort de Thomas d'Aquin

2024 – Vatican – 750th anniversary of the death of Saint Thomas Aquinas

Introduction In 2024, the Vatican issued a two-euro coin to commemorate the 750th anniversary of the death of Thomas Aquinas. This eminent theologian and philosopher left his mark on the history of Christian theology and […]

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2024 - Vatican - 150ème anniversaire de la naissance de Guglielmo Marconi

2024 – Vatican – 150th anniversary of the birth of Guglielmo Marconi

Introduction This 2 euro commemorative coin, issued by the Vatican in 2024, celebrates the 150th anniversary of the birth of Guglielmo Marconi. Indeed, Marconi is a pioneer of radio and wireless telegraphy. Therefore, this coin […]

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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 the famous Italian writer, who died in 1873. The theme […]

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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 Italian Renaissance. This event highlights Perugino’s importance in art history […]

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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, Paul VI played a crucial role in the Catholic Church […]

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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, who died in 1997, is an emblematic figure of compassion […]

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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, is a major figure of the Baroque. Therefore, this piece […]

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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 the Middle Ages, is famous for his major work, “The […]

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Les faces nationales des pièces de 2 euros

Sur cette page, vous trouverez l’ensemble des faces nationales des pièces des différents pays de la zone euro. Certains pays de la zone euro n’ont jamais changé de face nationale, d’autres ont changé plusieurs fois […]

2018 – France – Simone Veil

Tribute to Simone Veil: An Icon of French and European Politics In 2018, France issued a 2-euro coin to honor Simone Veil. Indeed, she is a major figure in French and European politics. Simone Veil, […]

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Andorre

Les pièces de 2 euros commémoratives d’Andorre Capitale: Andorre-la-VieillePopulation: 85 580Densité: 183 habitants / kilomètre²  Les premières pièces émises par le micro-état d’Andorre ont été émises en Janvier 2015. Certaines pièces commémoratives ont comme millésime […]

2015 – Vatican – 8th World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia

Introduction This two-euro coin was issued by the Vatican City in 2015. It commemorates the VIII World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia. This event, organized by the Catholic Church, celebrates the importance of the family […]

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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 historic event marked the end of the division between East […]

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2013 – Vatican – World Youth Day 2013 in Rio de Janeiro

Introduction This two-euro coin was issued by the Vatican City in 2013. It commemorates the 28th World Youth Day (WYD) held in Rio de Janeiro. This event, organized by the Catholic Church, brings together young […]

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2012 – Vatican – 7th World Meeting of Families in Milan (Italy)

Introduction This two-euro coin was issued by the Vatican City in 2012. It commemorates the VII World Meeting of Families in Milan (Italy). This event, organized by the Catholic Church, celebrates the importance of the […]

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2011 – Vatican – 26th World Youth Day, in Madrid (Spain)

Introduction This two-euro coin was issued by Vatican City in 2011. It commemorates that year’s World Youth Day (WYD). This event, organized by the Catholic Church, brings together young people from around the world to […]

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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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2009 – Vatican – World Year of Astronomy

Introduction This two euro coin was issued by the Vatican City in 2009. It commemorates the International Year of Astronomy. This global event celebrates 400 years of Galileo’s first telescopic observations. Thus, this piece embodies […]

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2008 – Vatican – Year 2008 dedicated to Saint Paul

Introduction The Vatican City euro coin, issued in 2008, celebrates the year dedicated to Saint Paul. This commemorative coin honors the two thousandth anniversary of the birth of Saint Paul, a key figure in Christianity. […]

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2007 – Vatican – 80th birthday of Pope Benedict XVI

Introduction This 2 euro coin, which Vatican City issued in 2007, honors Pope Benedict XVI. She celebrates the year 2007 as the year XXIII of her pontificate. Indeed, this special broadcast reflects the importance of […]

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2006 – Vatican – 500th anniversary of the Pontifical Swiss Guard

Introduction This 2 euro coin, which Vatican City issued in 2006, celebrates the 500th anniversary of the Pontifical Swiss Guard. This anniversary marks half a millennium of dedicated service to the protection of popes. As […]

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2005 – Vatican – 20th World Youth Day

Introduction The 2 euro coin issued by the Vatican City in 2005 celebrates the 20th World Youth Day. This international religious event brings together young people from around the world for moments of prayer and […]

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