Ireland €2 100 Years of the Easter Rising in Ireland 2016 — Value and Rarity

We arrive at a coin of incredible historical importance for this State. Specifically, we are talking about the €2 Commemorative coin minted in 2016 to mark the 100th anniversary of the Easter Rising in Ireland. Issued on 20/01/2016

The term “Easter Rising” refers to a rebellion carried out by Irish Republicans against British rule that took place during the Easter week of 1916. The uprising lasted from April 24 to April 29, 1916.

Returning to the €2 coin Ireland 2016, on the Obverse, or National Side, we can observe a magnificent representation of the statue of Hibernia, created by the sculptor John Smyth, which holds incredible historical significance. This statue is indeed located on the Irish Parliament, whose occupation marked the beginning of the uprising. Its name derives from the term used by the ancient Greeks to refer specifically to Ireland.

At the top, the inscription “HIBERNIA” is engraved, with the dates “1916” and “2016” respectively on the left and right sides of the statue.

In the background, rays of sunlight can be seen, metaphorically indicating the dawn of a new Nation and a new Republic.
At the bottom, the inscription “éire 2016” is placed.
All around the coin, the classic 12 five-pointed stars representing the European States are featured.

On the Reverse, we see the Common Side that is present on all €2 coins.

The coin is included in the FDC Set, the FS Set, a FDC Coincard, a UNC Bookmark, and an FS box.

Value:

• The value of the €2 Commemorative coin from Ireland minted in 2016 to mark the 100th anniversary of the Easter Rising is €3.