2 Euro Commemorative Coins

The states of Italy, Finland, Luxembourg, San Marino, and the Vatican City are the only States that have issued at least one commemorative 2 euro coin each year.

However, the commemorative two euros should not be confused with commemorative coins that have a face value greater than 2 euros. These are usually minted in precious metals such as gold and/or silver.

The Rarest and Most Expensive 2 Euro Commemoratives

Among all the European nations that have issued commemorative coins, there are some that are truly rich in rare and highly valued coins. Some countries have several issues of 2 euro commemoratives, and a large part of these are highly sought after and therefore have exceptional prices.

Knowing which are the rarest and most expensive 2 euro commemoratives is certainly important because if we come into possession of one of these coins, even by chance, we could avoid exchanging it or giving it as change. Can you imagine giving as change a 2 euro coin with a commemorative Grace Kelly, worth over 1000?

The countries that have the most sought-after and valued 2 euro coins are: Andorra, Finland, Malta, Monaco, San Marino, and the Vatican.

As for the commemorative 2 euro coins from other European states, many of them are sought after by enthusiasts. These can reach, when in Uncirculated condition, noteworthy prices.

The value of these commemorative 2 euro coins depends not only on the mintage, which is sometimes limited. It also depends on the fact that many of them were immediately put into circulation, making it difficult to find them in Uncirculated quality.

The First Commemorative 2 Euro Coin (Greece – 2004)

The first nation to mint commemorative 2 euros was Greece to celebrate the Athens Olympics of 2004.

The obverse of this coin features an ancient statue depicting a discus thrower ready to launch, with the inscription “ATHENS 2004” on the left and the five Olympic rings, and on the right the wording “2 ΕΥΡΩ”.

However, the Greek 2 euros of 2004 do not have a particular value due to the large quantity of coins minted. They are worth about €2.30 in perfect condition.

They are still a must-collect coin in the ‘euro collection of coins.

2 Euro New EU Members (Finland – 2004)

The 2004 Commemorative 2 Euro Coins most sought after by collectors are the Finnish ones, minted in less than 1,000,000 copies and distributed only in Finnish territory, making them difficult to find.

The image on the obverse of this coin represents a stylized pillar from which ten shoots rise. The shoots represent the enlargement of the European Union with the entry of 10 new states.

The value of these commemorative 2 euros can reach 50 euros for coins in excellent condition. If you check our auction coins page, and are lucky enough to find one for sale, you could add a nice piece to your collection.

Otherwise, if you are fortunate enough to own one, or if you have rare 2 euro coins to sell, you can do so by following this guide.

Although the euro is a relatively recent currency, some of the 2 euro commemorative coins can have a value higher than their nominal circulating value, due to their rarity.

Below we show only some of the most well-known Italian 2 euro commemorative coins. To see all the Italian 2 euro commemorative coins with all the values, go to the appropriate section: Italian Commemorative 2 Euro Coins.

2 Euro Commemorative Carabinieri (Italy - 2014)

Speaking of the 2 euro commemorative coins minted in Italy, there is another one that is undoubtedly noteworthy.

It is the 2 euro commemorative coin issued in 2014 on the occasion of the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Carabinieri. This rare coin features, on the obverse, a reinterpretation of the sculpture “Carabinieri Patrol in the Storm” with the dates 1814 and 2014 respectively on the left and right and the inscription “CARABINIERI” at the bottom.

Its value in uncirculated condition is around €3.

2 Euro Commemorative Galileo Galilei (Italy - 2014)

Also in 2014, another 2 euro commemorative coin was issued for the 450th anniversary of the birth of Galileo Galilei. The obverse features a portrait of Galileo, topped by the inscription “GALILEO GALILEI” and accompanied by a telescope.

At the bottom are the dates of birth and issuance (1564 – 2014).

Its value in uncirculated condition is around €3.

2 Euro Commemorative UEM (Italy - 2009)

Difficult to find are also the two 2 euro commemorative coins minted in 2009. They have a mintage of only 2,000,000 specimens and are dedicated to the 10th anniversary of the Economic and Monetary Union and the 200th anniversary of the birth of Louis Braille.

The design of the UEM Commemorative 2 Euro Coin, common to all member states, represents the transition from barter to the Economic and Monetary Union. It is depicted by a stylized and primitive man whose arm extends to become part of the Euro symbol. This coin can have a value of €3.50.

2 Euro Commemorative Braille (Italy - 2009)

On the obverse of the 2 euro commemorative coin for the 200th anniversary of the birth of Louis Braille, a hand is depicted in a reading position on the page of a book.

The hand is topped by two seagulls in flight, symbolizing free and universal knowledge.

Vertically, the inscription “LOUIS BRAILLE 1809 – 2009” is found, while at the bottom, the name of Louis Braille is written in Braille (Braille Alphabet). This coin, which is not very common, can have a value of around €4 if in uncirculated condition.

2 Euro Commemorative Treaty of Rome (Italy - 2007)

The 2 euro commemorative coins issued by Italy in 2007 and 2008 are also quite difficult to find. This is because they have a mintage of 5,000,000 and 2,500,000 copies respectively. The 2007 coin reaches a value of €5, while the 2008 coin is valued at €4.

The 2007 2 euro coin features a design common to all member states, showing the treaty signed by the six original member countries of the ECSC, which later became the EEC and finally the EU.

In the background, the Michelangelo floor of Piazza del Campidoglio in Rome, where the treaty was signed, appears.

2 Euro Commemorative Human Rights (Italy - 2008)

The 2 euro coin of 2008 was issued to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. It shows on the obverse a man and a woman with an olive branch, a spike of wheat, a rack, and barbed wire. In the center, the initials RI of “Repubblica Italiana” stand out, and at the bottom, a scroll with the inscription “HUMAN RIGHTS”.

2 Euro Commemorative Donatello (Italy - 2016)

In 2016, 2 commemorative versions of the 2 euro coin were issued. Both with a mintage of 1,500,000 copies, they are dedicated to the 550th anniversary of Donatello's death and the 2200th anniversary of Plautus' death.

On the obverse of the 2 Euro Commemorative Coin dedicated to Donatello, the head of Donatello's David appears, with the dates “1466 – 2016” and the inscription “DONATELLO” at the bottom. This coin can reach a value of €5 if in uncirculated condition.

2 Euro Commemorative Plautus (Italy - 2016)

The 2 euro commemorative coin for the 2200th anniversary of Plautus' death shows two theatrical masks taken from a mosaic of the 2nd century BC. Preserved in the Capitoline Museums.

Above the two masks, in an arch, the construction plan of a Roman theater is seen with the monogram “RI” of the Italian Republic, and below the masks, the dates “184 BC” and “2016” along with the inscription “PLAUTE”.

The value of this coin is around €3 if in excellent condition.

The two commemorative euros issued by Belgium in 2005 were almost all put into circulation immediately. As a result, the value fluctuates between €6-18. If the coin has circulated and is therefore worn, the value does not exceed €3. The obverse features the profiles of Grand Duke Henri and King Albert II of Belgium.

The two commemorative euros minted by Germany in 2006 are the first of the series dedicated to the German Länder. The obverse features the “Holstentor”, the symbolic gate of the city of Lübeck, with the inscription “SCHLESWIG-HOLSTEIN” at the bottom and the words “BUNDESREPUBLIK DEUTSCHLAND” on the outer rim. If in BU quality, they can reach a value of 10 euros.

Slovenia offers collectors a variety of commemorative €2 coins that have an average value of €3. You can see them all on the page where we have detailed them: commemorative €2 Slovenia. Among all these, there is one specimen that stands out in terms of value.

€2 Treaty of Rome (Slovenia – 2007)

With a value slightly below €25 are the commemorative €2 coins issued in 2007 by Slovenia.

Produced with a mintage of 400,000 pieces, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Treaties of Rome.

The design features an open book with “EVROPA” written above and “SLOVENIJA” below, and it is another piece that must be included in a collection of European coins.

The commemorative €2 coins issued by the Vatican are very rare and sought after by collectors. The reason? Their limited mintage never exceeds 125,000 pieces. As a result, the value of these commemorative €2 coins can reach considerable amounts. We discussed this in detail on this page: commemorative €2 Vatican.

Many of these have been issued only as sets, meaning series produced and sold by the mint in cases for collectors and therefore not intended for normal circulation.

€2 XX World Youth Day (Vatican – 2005)

The commemorative €2 coins from 2005 issued by the Vatican City, for example, with a mintage of only 100,000 pieces, reach a very high value. The obverse of this coin features the Cologne Cathedral topped by a comet and the inscription “XX WORLD YOUTH DAY”.

Well-preserved specimens are valued between €200 and even €250.

€2 Swiss Guard (Vatican – 2005)

The commemorative €2 coin minted by the Vatican in 2006 also has a mintage of 100,000 copies. It reaches an approximate market value of €180.

This coin is dedicated to the 500th anniversary of the establishment of the Swiss Guard and shows, on the obverse, a new recruit of the Swiss Guards taking an oath of loyalty to the Pope and the Sacred College of Cardinals.

Surrounding the guard are the inscriptions “SWISS GUARD” and “VATICAN CITY”, while on either side of the guard are the dates “1506” and “2006”.

Although the commemorative €2 coins from San Marino are aimed at collectors, some specimens are released into circulation.

This means that the value of these coins is slightly lower than that of Vatican coins, yet they can still reach respectable figures, such as the commemorative €2 coins from 2004 dedicated to the numismatist Bartolomeo Borghesi.

€2 Bartolomeo Borghesi (San Marino – 2004)

This commemorative coin was minted in 180,000 specimens and features the portrait of Bartolomeo Borghesi. It can be worth up to around €139 when sold in the official BU folder, and it generally has an average selling price above €90.

€2 Year of Physics (San Marino – 2005)

The €2 coins minted in 2005 for the International Year of Physics also reach a very high value. The commemorative €2 coins of San Marino from this year are sold with a price range from €90 to €119 if in FDC quality. So, it’s great news if you’ve found one in your pocket.

The small state of Andorra also began issuing euros in 2014, including commemorative €2 coins.

€2 Entry into the Council of Europe (Andorra – 2014)

As with other small states, the mintage of these coins is very limited. It peaked in 2014 with 100,000 specimens of the commemorative €2 coins for the Entry into the Council of Europe.

As a result, these Andorran commemorative €2 coins are classified as NC (not common). They reach a market value ranging from €45.

The other commemorative €2 coins from Andorra are also highly sought after, and all have a high value (the lowest is €17).

The Principality of Monaco holds the record for the rarest commemorative 2 euro coin ever issued.

2 Euro Grace Kelly (Monaco – 2007)

With a mintage of only 20,001 pieces, in 2007 the Principality issued the commemorative 2 euro coin “Grace Kelly”, available only in a collector's box.

Immediately after its release, these commemorative 2 euro coins, which are very difficult to find, reached a very high price. They are currently valued at 1500 euros for the box with the coin in BU quality.

Some “Grace Kelly” coins can still be found in circulation, although very rarely. Showing signs of wear, the value of this commemorative 2 euro coin drops to around 600 euros. On the page of the catalog of 2 euro coins from Monaco, you can find all the specifications of the coin.

Malta is one of those nations that holds the greatest surprises for its euro coins. You can see them all on the page where we have covered them in detail: 2 euro commemorative Malta. The most highly valued among all the commemorative coins it has minted is the 2 euro from 2019.

2 Euro Temples of Ta Hagrat (Malta – 2019)

This is the 2 euro commemorative coin minted in 2019 by Malta. If the coin features the symbol F within the last star at the bottom on the reverse, it is highly sought after.

The symbol F represents the mint mark of Paris, as the coins are not minted on Maltese territory. It is valued at over 30 euros, while specimens without the F inside the star are valued at just under 5 euros.

Just like the Dutch €2 coins from 2011, dedicated to the 500th anniversary of the publication of Erasmus of Rotterdam's Praise of Folly, which reach a value of €13.

With a value of around €7-8, the Luxembourg commemorative €2 coins from 2010 are also among the most sought after.

The €2 commemorative coins from European states:

• The valuable €2 coins from the Vatican can be seen here and the €2 Italy here.
• There are also the €2 Commemorative coins from Malta and the €2 San Marino
• Don't miss the €2 from Greece and the €2 from Germany
• Also interesting are the €2 Spain, the €2 France, and the €2 Monaco
• Check out the €2 Slovenia, the €2 Lithuania, and the €2 Latvia and the €2 Croatia
• The €2 Austria can be found here while the €2 Netherlands are here.
• The coins from €2 Cyprus, the €2 Ireland, and the €2 Estonia are here.
• Also check the €2 Andorra, the €2 Slovakia, and the €2 Finland.
• Here you find the €2 Belgium, the €2 Luxembourg, and finally the €2 Portugal.
• Here are the catalogs year by year: €2 2020, €2 2023, €2 2024
  
• For German-speaking collectors, we have created a dedicated version of the catalog of rare coins found here “MoneteRare Deutschland”.

Annual Catalogs (2 Euro commemorative coins):

• 2 Euro 2026
• 2 Euro 2025
• 2 Euro 2024
• 2 Euro 2023
• 2 Euro 2022
• 2 Euro 2021
• 2 Euro 2020
• 2 Euro 2019
• 2 Euro 2018
• 2 Euro 2017
• 2 Euro 2016
• 2 Euro 2015
• 2 Euro 2014
• 2 Euro 2013
• 2 Euro 2012
• 2 Euro 2011
• 2 Euro 2010
• 2 Euro 2009
• 2 Euro 2008
• 2 Euro 2007
• 2 Euro 2006
• 2 Euro 2005
• 2 Euro 2004