What we are going to see today during this article are the 2 Euro Commemoratives Estonia. When we talk about Estonian commemorative 2 euro coins and in general about commemorative coins we refer to all those coins minted for some particular event or in honor of a historical figure.
These coins have designs and representations that deviate from the traditional faces of the 2 Euro coins. In addition, the Numismatic value of these coins is often higher than the face value.
What we will do in this article will be a real journey to discover the 2 Euro Commemorative coins of Estonia analyzing their specific characteristics, representations, reasons that led to their minting and value. Instead, for the coins of Estonia, please refer to this page: Euro coins Estonia.
Let’s find out together.
- 2 Euro Estonia 2012 – 10 years of Euro Banknotes and Coins
- 2 Euro Estonia 2015 – 30th Anniversary of the European Flag
- 2 Euro Estonia 2016 – 100° Anniversary of the birth of Paul Keres
- 2 Euro Estonia 2017 – Estonian Road to Independence
- 2 Euro Estonia 2018 – 100th Anniversary of the Baltic States
- 2 Euro Estonia 2018 – 100th Anniversary Republic Estonia
- 2 Euro Estonia 2019 – 150° Anniversary of the Estonian Song Festival
- 2 Euro Estonia 2019 – 100th Anniversary University of Tartu
- 2 Euro Estonia 2020 – 200th Anniversary of the discovery of Antarctica
- 2 Euro Estonia 2020 – 100th Anniversary of the Treaty of Tartu
- 2 Euro Estonia 2021 – Ugrofin peoples (FENNO UGRIA)
- 2 Euro Estonia 2021 – CANIS LUPUS
- Table with value of all 2 Euro Commemoratives Estonia
2 Euro Estonia 2012 – 10 years of Euro Banknotes and Coins
The very first 2 Euro commemorative coin of Estonia is the one minted in 2012 on the occasion of 10 years of Euro banknotes and coins. It is a currency common to all European countries that differs only from the name of the state engraved above.
Specifically at the Obverse we can observe the representation of the Euro symbol placed in the center of the globe. This is precisely to reaffirm the importance of the single currency for Europe. At the top is the inscription “EESTI” while at the bottom the dates “2002 – 2012”.
All around are other elements that reinforce this very concept. We have, for example, the ship symbolising trade, the people who naturally represent European citizens and the importance of the Euro for them, the factory representing industry and, finally, the wind turbines symbolising energy.
It should be noted that the design was chosen directly by European citizens through an online competition.
On the outermost edge are as always the twelve five-pointed stars representing the European states.
While on the reverse the coin appears identical to any other 2 Euro coin with its common face.
The coin is only available in circulation.
Author: Helmut Andexlinger
Value of Estonian commemorative 2 euro coins 2012
- Value of the Estonian commemorative 2 euro coins minted in 2012 on the occasion of the 10 years of Euro banknotes and coins: €3.00
2 Euro Estonia 2015 – 30th Anniversary of the European Flag
The second 2 Euro Commemorative coin of Estonia is also of considerable historical importance. In particular, this currency was minted in 2015 for the 30th Anniversary of the European Flag. Also this coin has been minted in the different European countries, each with its own name engraved on it.
In the National Face to the Obverse we can in fact observe a beautiful representation of the European Flag placed perfectly in the center of the coin. All around are then engraved 12 stylized human figures that naturally represent the Member States and, more generally, the European citizens, gathered to found a new and better Europe.
On the top right, placed in a semicircle, we can also see the words “EESTI” and the dates “1985 – 2015”. On the outer ring the coin has the 12 stars representing the European states.
The reverse is the Common Face, the same for all 2 Euro coins.
The coin is included in a Coincard FDC.
Author: Georgios Stamatopoulos
Value of Estonian commemorative 2 euro coins 2015
- The value of the Estonian commemorative 2 euro coinsemoratives minted in 2015 on the occasion of the 30th Anniversary of the European Flag is €3.50.
2 Euro Estonia 2016 – 100° Anniversary of the birth of Paul Keres
The third coin in this collection refers to an important historical figure in Estonia. Specifically, this 2 Euro commemorative coin was minted in 2016 to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the birth of Paul Keres.
This was a well-known Soviet chess player, of Estonian origin, who wrote essays, books and is considered one of the strongest in the world among those who have never won the title of world champion.
At the Obverse we can see the representation of Paul Keres’ face facing left with some pieces of the chessboard at the bottom.
Always on the left, arranged in a semicircle, is engraved the inscription “PAUL KERES” while a little further down the one “EESTI” followed by the year of issue “2016”.
All around the coin features the classic 12 five-pointed stars, representing the European States.
As far as the reverse is concerned, we speak of the Common Face present in each 2 Euro coin.
Author: Riho Luuse
Value of Estonian commemorative 2 euro coins 2016
- The Estonian commemorative 2 euro coins coined in 2016 on the occasion of the 100th Anniversary of the birth of Paul Keres, is worth €3.50.
2 Euro Estonia 2017 – Estonian Road to Independence
Let’s move on to another really important 2 Euro Commemorative coin of Estonia. In particular we are talking about the coin minted in 2017 to celebrate Estonia’s road to independence.
At the Obverse we can observe a really significant drawing. It is a tree, precisely an oak tree, which represents the winding road of the State to independence. The important thing to note is that the oak has bare branches on one side and full, leafy branches on the other.
Under the bare area is engraved the date 1917 and, metaphorically, these empty branches represent the situation of the country before independence. Under the thick zone there is the inscription “EESTI” and the year “2017”. This area naturally represents the strength and rebirth of the country.
It is no coincidence that oak leaves are also present on the coat of arms of the Republic of Estonia. Finally, the inscription “MAAPÄEV” is engraved at the bottom. Distributed all around the coin are the 12 5-pointed stars representing the European countries.
On the reverse side the coin is like any other 2 Euro coin with its common face.
The coin is included in a Coincard FDC.
Author: Jaan Meristo
Value of Estonian commemorative 2 euro coins 2017
- The Estonian commemorative 2 euro coins 2017, coined to celebrate Estonia’s road to independence, has a current value of €3
2 Euro Estonia 2018 – 100th Anniversary of the Baltic States
Another coin with a strong symbolic and representative value. Specifically we are talking about the 2 Euro commemorative coin of Estonia minted in 2018 on the occasion of the 100th Anniversary of the Baltic States.
On the Obverse we can in fact immediately observe the representation of the three coats of arms of the Baltic States, namely Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. These are placed at the top and are represented with long braided hair which reaffirm the deep bond between these three states. They are called the three Baltic sisters.
On the left is engraved the inscription “EESTI” while on the right the thousandth of minting “2018”. On the outer edge, as always, the 12 five-pointed stars that symbolize the European countries are evenly distributed in a circle.
Instead for the reverse here is the Common Face of the 2 Euro coins.
The coin is included in the FDC Divisional and a Coincard FDC.
Author: Justas Petrulis
Value of Estonian commemorative 2 euro coins 2018
- The value of the 2 Euro Commemorative Estonia, minted in 2018 on the occasion of the 100th Anniversary of the Baltic States, is €3
2 Euro Estonia 2018 – 100th Anniversary Republic Estonia
In the same year another coin was also minted. In particular we are talking about the 2 Euro Commemorative coin minted in 2018 on the occasion of the 100th Anniversary of Estonia’s independence.
Estonia achieved independence in 1918 and, while the coin minted in 2017 and previously seen celebrating the road to independence, it was minted on the occasion of the annual anniversary of this happy event.
At the Obverse we can observe a refined design that represents, at the same time, the numbers 18 (the year of independence) and 100 (the anniversary). At the bottom in a semicircle are instead engraved the words “SADA AASTAT EESTI VABARIIKI – EESTI 2018”.
All around you can see the twelve 5-pointed stars as a symbol of Europe. As for the Verso this does not differ from that of any other 2 Euro coin.
The coin is included in a Coincard FDC and a Coincard UNC.
Author: Ionel Lehari e Meelis Opmann
Value of the Estonian commemorative 2 euro coins 2018 – Republic of Estonia
- The value of the 2 Euro commemorative coin of Estonia minted in 2018 on the occasion of the 100th Anniversary of Estonia’s independence is €3.
2 Euro Estonia 2019 – 150° Anniversary of the Estonian Song Festival
The next coin we are going to see is the Estonian commemorative 2 euro coins minted in 2019 on the occasion of the 150th Anniversary of the Estonian Song Festival.
This is a special event held once every 5 years in July early in the Auditorium of Tallin.
At the Obverse there is the representation of three children singing on the stage of Tallin surrounded by a pentagram with several notes. Looking at the bottom is engraved a scarf with traditional colors and, just below, the inscription “LAULUPIDU 150”.
At the top there is the writing “EESTI” with the year “2019”. All around the coin features the classic 12 stars representing Europe.
The reverse is represented by the Face Common to the 2 euros, both common and commemorative.
The coin is included in a Coincard FDC and in a philatelic-numismatic envelope.
Author: Grete-Lisette Gulbis
Value of the Estonian commemorative 2 euro coins 2019 -Estonian Song Festival
- The value of the 2 Euro Commemorative Estonia, produced in 2019 on the occasion of the 150th Annual Estonian Song Festival is €3
2 Euro Estonia 2019 – 100th Anniversary University of Tartu
Here we have another commemorative coin, this one commemorating an important event for the development of Estonia. In detail it is the 2 Euro commemorative coin of Estonia minted in 2019 for the 100th Anniversary of the University of Tartu.
This is considered by Estonian citizens as the National University.
On the obverse side of this 2-euro Estonia coin, we can see the University logo with the words “EESTI” on the left and the year “2019” on the right. At the top is the inscription “RAHVUS ÜLIKOOL” (National University) “100”, while at the bottom is the UNIVERSITAS TARTUENSIS 1632″.
On the outermost edge are positioned, as usual, the 12 5-pointed stars representing the European countries.
At the reverse we find the usual Common Face.
The coin is included in a Coincard FDC and in a philatelic-numismatic envelope.
Author: Indrek Ilves
Value of the Estonian commemorative 2 euro coins 2019 – University of Tartu
- The 2 Euro Commemoratives Coins Estonia 2019, for the 100th Anniversary of the University of Tartu, are currently worth €3.
2 Euro Estonia 2020 – 200th Anniversary of the discovery of Antarctica
This coin commemorates a very important historical event not only for Estonia but for the whole of humanity. Indeed, this Estonian commemorative 2 euro coins was in fact minted in 2020 in honour of the 200th anniversary of the discovery of Antarctica.
This was the work of Fabian Gottlieb von Bellingshausen, explorer and naval officer of the Russian navy who, during an expedition to circumnavigate the globe, landed on the Antarctic coast.
At the obverse we can see a wonderful representation of the Vostok Caravel with the arched inscription “Fabian Gottlieb von Bellingshausen” at the top.
Looking at the coin, on the right, large, are imprinted the words “EESTI” and the year “2020”. On the bottom instead, exactly below the boat, is engraved the inscription “ANTARTIKA 200”.
Then, on the outer ring the coin has the usual five-pointed stars, twelve, representing the European States.
While the reverse deals with the ordinary Common Face.
The coin is included in a Coincard FDC.
Author: Tiiu Pirsko e Mati Veermets
Value of 2 Euro Estonia 2020
- The numismatic value of the 2 Euro commemorative coin Estonia 2020, designed for the 200th Anniversary of the discovery of Antarctica, is €4.
2 Euro Estonia 2020 – 100th Anniversary of the Treaty of Tartu
We finally arrived at what, at least for the moment, is the last coin in this fantastic collection. In particular, we are talking about the 2 Euro Commemorative coin of Estonia minted, also in 2020, on the occasion of the 100th Anniversary of the Treaty of Tartu.
This is a treaty signed by Estonia and the Soviet Union on 2 February 1920 after the end of the Estonian war of independence.
On the obverse of the Estonian 2 euro coin we can see a tree with two incredibly significant words engraved on the branches. At the top there is “TARTU” while at the bottom there is “RAHU” which means “PEACE.
Even further down then we can see the words “EESTI 02.02.2020”. On the outermost edge as always are distributed the 12 five-pointed stars representing the European countries.
At the reverse side of the coin, as usual, presents the classic Face Common to all 2 Euro coins.
The coin is included in a Coincard FDC.
Author: Ivar Sakk
Value of 2 Euro Estonia 2020 – Treaty of Tartu
- Value: The Estonian Commemorative 2 Euro coin, minted in 2020 on the occasion of the 100th Anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Tartu, is €3
2 Euro Estonia 2021 – Ugrofin peoples (FENNO UGRIA)
Estonia dedicates a coin to the Ufrican Peoples in 2021. Issued on 16/09/2021
The Finno-Ugric population is distributed over a territory stretching from the Pannonian Basin to Scandinavia, and also includes Siberia and the Baltic Sea. Central Eastern Europe. Distributed in geographically distant areas, but united linguistically.
The obverse depicts ancient Uralic linguistic symbols. Now, look at the upper part of the coin. It bears the name of the issuing country EESTI followed by the year 2021. The lower part of the coin bears the inscription FENNO-UGRIA.
Then, the nickel outer part of the coin is engraved with the 5-pointed stars of Europe in a circle.
On the reverse side there is the usual Common Face with its 2€ value side.
Value of 2 Euro Estonia 2021
- The value of the 2-euro commemorative coin from Estonia 2021 dedicated to the Urofinnic Peoples is still to be determined.
2 Euro Estonia 2021 – CANIS LUPUS
One of the two commemorative coins issued in 2021 is a coin dedicated to Estonia’s national animal, the Wolf. Coin issued 2021
The obverse depicts the silhouette of a howling wolf and in the background the outline of a forest with a starry sky. The upper part of the coin bears the inscription CANIS LUPUS (Wolf Dog), while the name of the issuing country EESTI is engraved on the lower left, and the year of issue 2021 on the right.
Around the twelve five-pointed stars distributed in a circle.
The obverse is engraved with the common face as for the other commemorative coins, in the centre the value of the coin with the map of European countries in the background.
Curiosità:
A peculiarity of this coin is that the design was modified after approval by the European Commission, because it was too reminiscent of the logo of the Grey Wolves, a well-known extremist association in Turkey. In fact the first draft, approved but then promptly modified after the complaint of Rudolf Diephuis (German collector and Numismatist)
Values of 2 Euro Estonia 2021 Coin Canis Lupus
- The 2-Euro Commemorative Coin Estonia 2021 Wolf has a value that we have yet to detect.
Table with value of all 2 Euro Commemoratives Estonia
Here is the table of values and circulations of Estonian commemorative coins.
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- You can see the value, rarity and description of all Estonian coins here: Estonian Euro coins
See the 2-euro commemorative coins of other European countries:
- The valuable 2 Euro Vatican coins can be seen here and the 2 Euro Italy coins here.
- There are also 2 Euro commemorative coins from Malta and 2 Euro coins from San Marino.
- Also worth seeing are the 2 Euro Coins of Greece and the 2 Euro Coin of Germany.
- The 2 Euro Coin of Spain, the 2 Euro coins France and the 2 Euro Monaco coins are also interesting.
- See also the 2 Euro Slovenia coins, the 2 Euro Lithuania coins and the 2 Euro Latvia coins
- 2 Euro Austria coins can be found here and 2 Euro Netherlands here.
- Cyprus’ 2 Euro coins, Ireland’s 2 Euro coins and Estonia’s 2 Euro coins are here.
- Check also the 2 Euro Andorra coins, the 2 Euro Slovakia and the 2 Euro Finland coins.
- The 2 Euro coins from Belgium, the 2 Euro Luxembourg and finally the 2 Euro from Portugal are here.