Some items have far more value than their obvious usefulness. Collectors around the world are looking for one-of-a-kind pieces that reflect rarity, history or manufacturing errors. From stamps and banknotes to toys and antiques,millions of euros are tradedeach year in the collectibles market, often at auction for simple everyday objects at fabulous prices far in excess of their original value.
Two euro coins are no exception. Some of these coins have become real treasures in the collecting worlddue to minting errors, limited mintage or commemorative motifs .Many of these coins may be in circulation without realizing their true value, which makes finding a rare coin a real surprise.
The most valuable coins with a face value of two euros
1. Wanted French two euro coin from 2001
The first French two euro coin, issued in 2001, a year before the official introduction of the euro, is very valuable. The national side of the coin depicts the “Tree of Life ” by Joaquin Jimenez surrounded by the motto of the French Republic “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity”. The coin is characterized by manufacturing errors on some parts, which caused its price at auction to rise to 5,000 euros.
To identify this coin, note three main details:it is dated 2001, the year zeros are slightly raised, touching the gold part, and the stars on the outer edge are off-center. On the collectors’ market, these coins can sell for between 40 and several hundred euros, depending on the degree of preservation.
2. Monaco commemorative coin of 2 euros (2007)
On the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the death of Princess Grace Kelly , Monaco issued a limited edition of 20,001 coins in 2007. The low mintage and the relevance of the person being honored make this one of the most sought after coins. At someauctions, its value has reached 3,000 euros.
To identify it, it is important to pay attention to the profile of Grace Kelly on the obverse and the six digits“2 ” on the edge, separated by twelve stars.
3. 2021 Lithuanian commemorative coin
Lithuania issued a commemorative coin dedicated to the Žuvintas Biosphere Reserve in 2021 with a mintage of 50,000 pieces. However, 500coins have a minting error, which makes them extremely valuable and can fetch up to 2,000 euros at auction.
To distinguish this coin from the regular versions, you need to pay attention to the inscription on the edge. The ordinary coins have the inscription “GodBlesses Latvia”, while the most valuable coins have the inscription “Freedom, Unity, Prosperity” (Laisvé, Vienybé, Gerové).
