Austria 2 Euro - Bertha von Suttner
Country of Origin: Austria
Year of Issue: 2002-Present
Denomination: 2 Euro
Composition: Bimetallic: Nickel-brass plated nickel center, Cupronickel ring
Brief Description
A bimetallic circulation coin featuring a portrait of Bertha von Suttner on the national face.
Historical Significance
Bertha von Suttner was a radical Austrian pacifist and the first woman to be solely awarded the Nobel Peace Prize (1905). This design reflects Austria's commitment to peace and human rights within the EU.
Estimated Value
$2-$4 in circulated condition; $5-$10 in uncirculated condition
Care Instructions
Handle by the edges only. Do not clean with chemicals as it destroys numismatic value. Store in a PVC-free holder.
Mint Mark
None (Produced by the Austrian Mint in Vienna)
Mintage & Rarity
Common; tens of millions produced annually since 2002.
Weight & Diameter
8.50g / 25.75mm
Edge
Fine reeded with lettering: '2 EURO' followed by three stars, repeating four times, alternately upright and inverted.
Apparent Grade
Circulated / Fine to Very Fine (visible scratches and surface wear).
Obverse (Front)
A portrait of Bertha von Suttner, a symbol of Austria's decades of effort in supporting peace. Includes the denomination '2 EURO' on the left and the Austrian flag vertically on the right with the year of minting. The 12 stars of the EU are on the outer ring.
Reverse (Back)
Standard Euro common map design showing Europe with twelve stars and the value '2 EURO'.
What Drives This Coin's Value
Condition and the specific year of minting. While mostly face value, early years (2002) in high grades are preferred.
Similar Coins
Standard 2 Euro coins from other Eurozone countries; distinguish by the portrait of Suttner and the Austrian flag pattern.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check for magnetic properties (center is slightly magnetic), verify the edge lettering, and ensure the ring/core join is seamless.
Notable Varieties & Errors
Occasional rotation errors or 'filled die' errors, though none are significantly rare for this type.
Created At: 2026-06-14T21:06:53.751366