2 Euro - Benedictus XVI (International Year of Astronomy)
2 Euro - Benedictus XVI (International Year of Astronomy)

2 Euro - Benedictus XVI (International Year of Astronomy)

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Country: Vatican City
Denomination: 2 Euro 2 EUR = 2.32 USD
Year: 2009
Material: Bi-Metallic Nickel-brass clad Nickel center in Copper-nickel ring
Weight: 8.5 g
Shape: Round
Diameter: 25.75 mm
Type: Non circulating coin
Catalog list: vatican city

Description:

Obverse

This coin was issued on the occasion of the International Year of Astronomy. The inner part of the coin depicts an allegory of the birth of the stars and planets together with several astronomical instruments. The design is inspired by Michelangelo's frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. The coin’s outer ring bears the 12 stars of the European Union.

Reverse

A map, next to the facial value, shows the European continent without borders.

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