2 Euro
Portugal 2 Euro Commemorative, 250 Years of the Official Printing Office (Imprensa Nacional)
Portugal · 2018
A bi-metallic 2-Euro coin commemorative featuring an artistic block-text arrangement on its obverse inner circle.
- Country
- Portugal
- Year
- 2018
- Denomination
- 2 Euro
- Metal
- Bi-metallic: Nickel-brass clad Nickel center, Copper-nickel outer ring
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Overview
A bi-metallic 2-Euro coin commemorative featuring an artistic block-text arrangement on its obverse inner circle.
Historical significance
This coin commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Imprensa Nacional (National Printing Office), established in 1768. It celebrates the institution's role in the dissemination of culture and official government communications via the printed word.
Obverse (front)
The inner circle contains the text '1768-2018 IMPRENSA NACIONAL DUZENTOS E CINQUENTA ANOS PORTUGAL MMXVIII' arranged in a modern, stylized block format. The outer ring features the 12 stars of the European Union.
Reverse (back)
The standard common map of Europe design by Luc Luycx, showing the value '2' and the word 'EURO' alongside a map of the European continent.
Estimated value
$2.50-$4,00 circulated, $5-$10 in uncirculated condition
What drives this coin's value
Condition (uncirculated vs circulated) and mintage numbers (this has a lower mintage than standard circulation coins).
Grade assessment
Extremely Fine (XF) / About Uncirculated (AU) showing minor surface circulation wear.
Mintage & rarity
Total mintage of 520,000. Relatively common but sought after by Euro commemorative collectors.
Authenticity & counterfeit red flags
Check for magnetic properties (the center is slightly magnetic). Ensure the edge lettering and bi-metallic join are clean and well-defined.
Notable varieties & errors
No major die varieties or errors widely reported for this specific issue.
Similar coins
Regular Portuguese 2 Euro coins (featuring the 1144 royal seal) and other Portuguese commemorative 2 Euro coins from 2018.
Care & preservation
Do not clean with chemicals or abrasives. Handle by the edges to avoid leaving fingerprints. Store in an acid-free PVC-free holder.
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