2 Euro - North Rhine-Westphalia (Cologne Cathedral)
Country of Origin: Germany
Year of Issue: 2011
Denomination: 2 Euro
Composition: Bi-metallic: Nickel-brass plated Nickel center in Copper-nickel ring
Brief Description
A bi-metallic 2 Euro coin featuring the Cologne Cathedral on the national side.
Historical Significance
Part of the German Federal States (Bundeslander) series, this coin honors the state of Nordrhein-Westfalen (North Rhine-Westphalia) by depicting the iconic Cologne Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Estimated Value
$2.20 - $3.00 in circulated condition; $5.00 - $10.00 in Uncirculated/UNC condition.
Care Instructions
Avoid cleaning or scrubbing the surface. Store in a PVC-free coin flip or capsule to prevent oxidation and environmental damage.
Mint Mark
F - Stuttgart (Visible at the top right of the inner circle)
Mintage & Rarity
Total mintage of 30,000,000 across five mint marks (A, D, F, G, J). Common rarity.
Weight & Diameter
8.50 g, 25.75 mm
Edge
Fine reeded with lettering: 'EINIGKEIT UND RECHT UND FREIHEIT'
Apparent Grade
Very Fine (VF) - Shows signs of circulation/handling but details of the cathedral are mostly intact.
Obverse (Front)
The inner circle features the Cologne Cathedral with the inscription 'NORDRHEIN-WESTFALEN' below it. The outer ring shows the 12 stars of the European Union, the year 2011, and the mint mark letter.
Reverse (Back)
Standard common side for 2 Euro coins showing a map of Europe, the value '2 EURO', and six vertical lines with stars.
What Drives This Coin's Value
Condition/grade is the primary factor. While some mint marks are slightly lower mintage than others, the high total volume keeps values low for circulated examples.
Similar Coins
Standard German 2 Euro coins features the Federal Eagle. Other commemorative 2 Euro coins from different EU countries use the same reverse.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check for magnetic properties (the center is slightly magnetic). Check the edge lettering for sharpness and verify the weight is exactly 8.5g.
Notable Varieties & Errors
Rotated stars or off-center strikes are rare but possible; no major high-value varieties are widely recognized for this specific year/state.
Created At: 2026-06-13T00:30:16.936139