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EMU 10th Anniversary 2 Euro Commemorative Coin
2 Euro

EMU 10th Anniversary 2 Euro Commemorative Coin

Finland · 2009

The coin features a primitive-looking human figure merged with the euro symbol (€). The design aims to represent the concept of the euro and Economic and Monetary Union (EMU) from the earliest days of human cross-border trade to the present. The name of the issuing country (SUOMI FINLAND) and the year (2009) are visible at the top, and 'EMULA 1999-2009' at the bottom. The outer ring features the twelve stars of the European Union.

Country
Finland
Year
2009
Denomination
2 Euro
Metal
Bi-metallic: copper-nickel center in nickel-brass ring

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Overview

The coin features a primitive-looking human figure merged with the euro symbol (€). The design aims to represent the concept of the euro and Economic and Monetary Union (EMU) from the earliest days of human cross-border trade to the present. The name of the issuing country (SUOMI FINLAND) and the year (2009) are visible at the top, and 'EMULA 1999-2009' at the bottom. The outer ring features the twelve stars of the European Union.

Historical significance

This coin was issued in 2009 by all Eurozone countries to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Economic and Monetary Union, which officially came into being on January 1, 1999, with the introduction of the euro as an accounting currency. The design was chosen through a pan-European competition.

Estimated value

Circulated condition: 2 - 5 Euros; Uncirculated condition: 5 - 15 Euros, depending on mint mark and specific condition.

Care & preservation

Handle the coin by its edges to avoid transferring oils from your skin. Store in a dry, cool environment, ideally in non-PVC flips or coin capsules. Do not clean unless you are an expert, as improper cleaning can damage its value.