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Italian 2 Euro Coin (Dante Alighieri)
2 Euro

Italian 2 Euro Coin (Dante Alighieri)

Italy · 2002

The obverse features a profile portrait of the poet Dante Alighieri, inspired by a Raphael fresco. It includes the monogram 'RI' for Repubblica Italiana, the year 2002, and the mint mark 'R' for Rome.

Country
Italy
Year
2002
Denomination
2 Euro
Metal
Bi-metallic: copper-nickel centerpiece in a nickel-brass outer ring

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Overview

The obverse features a profile portrait of the poet Dante Alighieri, inspired by a Raphael fresco. It includes the monogram 'RI' for Repubblica Italiana, the year 2002, and the mint mark 'R' for Rome.

Historical significance

This coin was part of the initial launch of the Euro currency in 2002. It honors Dante Alighieri (1265–1321), often considered the father of the Italian language and author of the Divine Comedy.

Estimated value

Face value (2 Euros), though uncirculated specimens may have a slight collector premium.

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place. Handle by the edges to avoid fingerprints, and never clean with abrasive chemicals as this can diminish value.