In this article we are going to talk about the 2 Euro Malta Commemorative Coins, very special and sought after coins of the Euro Coins Collection. We talked about Maltese Euros in the page Malta Euro Coins, but the 2 Euro commemorative coins deserve a specific page. In fact there are many different coins among them, each of which has very interesting characteristics and values.
Naturally, we are talking about coins which, because of their rarity, command higher prices than normal and which are undoubtedly unique pieces for collectors. What we are going to do is to analyse the characteristics that distinguish them.
Specifically, I am interested in understanding the peculiarities of the different commemorative coins, their value and what they represent. In addition to this, we will also look at the history of the individual Maltese commemorative coins.
Every piece of numismatics has its own story, especially when it comes to commemorative coins. One note: if you are looking for 2 euro malta 2008 and its value, you should know that no commemorative coins were issued in that year. So you don’t have to look in this page, but you will find the 2 euro malta 2008 coins in the divisional page here: 2 euro malta 2008 value and divisional coins.
Without wasting any more time, let’s see what we are talking about.
- 2 Euro Malta 2009 Coin – 10th Anniversary UEM 1999-2009
- 2 Euro Malta 2011 Coin – First election of representatives in 1849
- 2 Euro Malta 2012 Coin – 10 years of the Euro
- 2 Euro Malta 2012 Coin – Electoral majority of 1887
- 2 Euro Malta 2013 Coin – Self-Government 1921
- 2 Euro Malta 2014 – Independence from the United Kingdom
- 2 Euro Malta 2014 – 200th Anniversary of the Malta Police Force
- 2 Euro Malta 2015 Coin – Proclamation of the Republic of Malta
- 2 Euro Malta Coins 2015 – 100th first flight from Malta
- 2 Euro Malta 2015 Coin – 30th Anniversary of the European Flag
- 2 Euro Malta 2016 Coin – ĠGantija Temples
- 2 Euro Malta 2016 Coin – Solidarity towards love
- 2 Euro Malta 2017 Coin – Temples of Ħaġar Qim
- 2 Euro Malta 2017 Coins – Solidarity for Peace
- 2 Euro Malta 2018 Coin – Temples of Mnajdra
- 2 Euro Malta 2018 – Solidarity with Cultural Heritage
- 2 Euro Malta 2019 Coin – Temples of Ta Hagrat
- 2 Euro Malta 2019 Coin – Nature and environment
- 2 Euro Malta 2020 Coin – Temples of Skorba
- 2 Euro Malta 2020 Coin – Games
- 2 Euro Malta 2021 Coin – Pandemic Covid19
- 2 Euro Malta 2021 Coin – Tarxien
- Table with the value of the 2 Euro Commemorative Malta
2 Euro Malta 2009 Coin – 10th Anniversary UEM 1999-2009
Let’s start right away with a very interesting coin indeed. This 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2009 coin was minted to commemorate 10 years of European Economic and Monetary Union.
This 2-euro coin features a stylised figure on the obverse which blends perfectly with the Euro symbol.Presenta al Dritto una figura stilizzata che si fonde perfettamente con il simbolo dell’Euro.
In particular, this figure was chosen thanks to an online competition in which the citizens of the European Union themselves participated. Above the Euro symbol and the stylised figure is the word Malta in the form of an arc, and below, again in the form of an arc, the word EMU 1999-2009.
On the right there is the name of the author, while the entire coin is surrounded by the classic 12 five-pointed stars representing the states of the European Union. To the right and left of the bottom star are the Mint symbol and the Mint Director’s symbol.
On the reverse side, the coin is identical to all other 2-euro coins of European countries.
Value of 2 Euro Malta Commemorative Coins 2009
The 2 Euro commemorative coin for Malta 2009 has a value of €4.00.
2 Euro Malta 2011 Coin – First election of representatives in 1849
Let’s move on to another very interesting commemorative coin. The 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2011 was minted to commemorate the first election of Maltese representatives to the National Assembly in 1849, during British rule.
The coin’s obverse depicts a hand placing a ballot paper in the ballot box. At the top of the coin, in an arc, is the inscription “MALTA – First elected representatives 1849”. At the bottom of the coin there is the year of mintage and all around the 12 five-pointed stars representing the states of the European Union.
On the reverse side, the coin is identical to all other 2-euro coins with the representation of Europe.
Value of the 2 Euro Malta 2011 Coin – First election of representatives in 1849
The 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2011 coin has a value of €7.21.
2 Euro Malta 2012 Coin – 10 years of the Euro
This brings us to Malta’s 2 Euro commemorative coin from 2012. Specifically, this particular coin was minted to celebrate 10 years of the Euro.
On the obverse a very interesting figure. It is the symbol of the Euro, placed in the centre of the globe and surrounded by other figures. In particular, we can see the ECB tower, which stands for finance, the wind turbines, which stand for energy, the ship, which stands for trade, the factory, which stands for industry, and the houses and people, which stand for the people.
At the top is the inscription ‘MALTA’ in an arc and at the bottom the dates ‘2002 – 2012’. The outside, of course, features the 12 five-pointed stars, the symbol of the European Union states.
The reverse side is identical to the other 2-euro coins with the representation of Europe.
Value of 2 Euro Malta Commemorative Coins 2012 – 10 years of the Euro
The value of the 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2012 coin minted to commemorate 10 years of the single European coin is €4.34.
2 Euro Malta 2012 Coin – Electoral majority of 1887
Let’s move on to a really important 2 Euro coin for Malta: 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2012. This 2012 coin was minted to commemorate the concession given to the Maltese, in 1887, to have an elective majority in the national assembly.
The coin’s obverse depicts, perfectly centred, a cheering crowd with the Government Palace and Valletta behind it. At the top the inscription “MALTA – majority representation 1887” and at the bottom the year of mintage.
The mintmark is only present at the bottom of the FDC divisional and not on circulating coins.
All around are the 12 five-pointed stars representing the European states.
On the reverse side, the coin is identical to all other 2-euro coins.
Value of the 2 Euro Malta 2012 Coin
The 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2012 Coin for the Electoral Majority of 1887 has a value of €6.00
2 Euro Malta 2013 Coin – Self-Government 1921
We now come to another commemorative coin, the 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2013. This particular piece of numismatics was minted to commemorate Great Britain’s concession to Malta to establish a form of self-government in 1921.
The coin’s obverse depicts a representation of the Maltese archipelago accompanied by the population. At the top is the inscription “MALTA – Self-government 1921” and at the bottom the minting year.
Again, the mintmark is present at the bottom only in the FDC divisional, while it is absent in the circulating coins. The outer part is covered by the 12 five-pointed stars representing the European states.
On the reverse side, the coin is identical to the other 2-euro coins.
Value of 2 Euro Malta 2013 Coin
The 2 Euro Malta 2013 coin minted in commemoration of the Establishment of Autonomous Government in 1921 has a value of €4.14.
2 Euro Malta 2014 – Independence from the United Kingdom
Among the most important Maltese commemorative coins is undoubtedly this 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2014 coin. Specifically, it was minted to commemorate Malta’s independence.
The coin’s obverse depicts a woman, representing Malta, waving the Maltese flag. To the right in an arc is the inscription “MALTA – Independence 1964” while at the bottom is the year of mintage.
On the outside are the 12 five-pointed stars representing the states of the European Union.
The reverse side is also the same as that of the other 2-euro coins.
Value of the 2 Euro Malta Commemorative Coins 2014
The value of this 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2014 coin is €4.50.
2 Euro Malta 2014 – 200th Anniversary of the Malta Police Force
The 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2014 coin that we will now discuss was minted to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Malta Police Force.
Specifically, on the obverse, the coin depicts the coat of arms of the Malta Police Force in the centre and the inscription “200 YEARS – MALTA POLICE FORCE” all around it.
At the bottom, written in an arc, are the dates “1814 – 2014”. On the outside are the 12 coins representing the European states.
On the reverse side, the coin is, as always, identical to other European coins of the same denomination.
Value of 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2014 Coin
The 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2014 coin commemorating the 200th anniversary of the Police Force has a value of €7.38.
2 Euro Malta 2015 Coin – Proclamation of the Republic of Malta
Let’s move on to a coin of unquestionable historical importance. Specifically, this coin was minted in 2015 to commemorate the proclamation of the Republic of Malta on 13 December 1974.
The coin’s obverse depicts a marble plaque affixed to the facade of the Presidential Palace in Valletta in honour of the Republic. To the upper right is the circular inscription “Malta – Republic 1974”, and below is the year of mintage.
Only in the FDC set is the mintmark present and on all of them there are the 12 five-pointed stars representing the European countries.
The reverse side is virtually identical to the other 2-euro coins in Europe.
Value of the 2 Euro Commemorative Malta Coins 2015
The value of the 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2015 coin minted to commemorate the proclamation of the Republic of Malta is €4.25.
2 Euro Malta Coins 2015 – 100th first flight from Malta
The 2 Euro coin we are about to discuss was minted in 2015 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Malta’s first flight.
The Obverse depicts, in a very characteristic manner, the seaplane piloted by Captain Kilmer which, on 13 February 1915, took off from Valletta’s Grand Harbour and landed in the harbour waters after a 55-minute flight. At the bottom you can also see the Senglea Point, one of the most characteristic features of the Grand Harbour.
At the top is the circular inscription “FIRST FLIGHT FROM MALTA” followed immediately on the right by the arched dates “1915 – 2015”. Inside the design, just below the seaplane, is the inscription “100th anniversary” while further below are the author’s initials NGB (Noel Galea Bason).
The exterior features the 12 five-pointed stars representing the European states.
The reverse side is identical to that of the other 2-euro coins.
Value of the 2 Euro Malta 2015 Coin – First Flight From Malta
The 2 euro Malta 2015 coin, commemorating the first flight from Malta, has a value of €7.27.
2 Euro Malta 2015 Coin – 30th Anniversary of the European Flag
The coin we are about to discuss was minted in 2015 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the European Flag.
The coin’s obverse depicts the Flag of the European Union surrounded by 12 human figures representing the Member States and the creation of a new Europe.
In particular, it is interesting to note that the design was chosen by an internet survey of European citizens.
At the top is the inscription “MALTA” while to the right of the design are the dates “1985 – 2015”. Also on the right, perfectly placed between the dates and the design, are the symbols of the Utrecht Mint and the Mint Director.
At the bottom are the author’s initials. The entire outside is filled with 12 five-pointed stars representing the States of the European Union.
The reverse side of the coin shows the same face as the other 2-euro coins.
Value of the 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2015 Coin
The 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2015 coin commemorating the 30th anniversary of the European Flag has a value of €4.90.
2 Euro Malta 2016 Coin – ĠGantija Temples
Let’s move on to a coin from the following year, 2016. Specifically, this 2 Euro coin was minted to commemorate the temples of ĠGantija located on the smaller island of Gozo and dating back to 3600 BC.
The coin’s obverse depicts the archaeological site itself, followed at the top by the inscription ĠGANTIJA TEMPLES on two lines with the dates ‘3800 – 3200 BC’ underneath.
Nella parte sotto al disegno compaiono le iniziali dell’autore NGB e ancora più in basso la scritta MALTA con il millesimo di conio.
There are also variants of this specific coin in which there is a mint symbol or the letter F indicating France. As usual, on the outer part of the coin are the 12 five-pointed stars symbolising the European countries.
On the reverse side, the coin is the same as all other 2-euro coins.
Value of the 2 Euro Malta 2016 Commemorative Coin – ĠGantija Temples
The value of the 2 Euro Malta 2016 coin, commemorative of the Temples of ĠGantija, is €4.19.
2 Euro Malta 2016 Coin – Solidarity towards love
This brings us to one of the most touching coins in the entire collection. Specifically, this 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2016 coin with a heart was designed (the original design) by Sarah Cilia a secondary school student who is part of the “From children in Solidarity” programme promoted by the Malta Community Chest Fund.
On the obverse, the coin features two hands forming a heart with a reproduction of the Maltese coat of arms inside.
Two figures are depicted on the wrists of the two hands, completing them as if they were bracelets.
All around are the 12 stars symbolising the European states.
On the reverse side, the coin is identical to all other 2-euro coins.
Value of the 2016 2 Euro Commemorative Malta Coin with two hands forming a heart
The 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2016 coin commemorating solidarity towards love has a value of €4.40.
2 Euro Malta 2017 Coin – Temples of Ħaġar Qim
The 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2017 coin in question was minted to commemorate the Temples of Ħaġar Qim a prehistoric complex located in the south of the island and designated as a UNESCO Cultural Heritage Site.
The coin’s obverse depicts the prehistoric complex with the inscription ‘Ħaġar Qim Temples’ written on two lines. Immediately below are the dates ‘3600 – 3200 BC’.
Also on the right, in the lower part, are the initials of the author NGB while on the lower left is the inscription MALTA with the minting year. This coin also features a variant with the mint mark or F symbolising France.
All around are the 12 stars symbolising the European states.
On the reverse side, the coin has the same face as the other 2-euro coins.
Value of 2 Euro Malta 2017 Coin – Temples of Ħaġar Qim
The 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2017 coin minted to commemorate the Ħaġar Qim complex has a value of €4.41.
2 Euro Malta 2017 Coins – Solidarity for Peace
Let’s move on to another commemorative coin. Specifically, this 2 Euro coin of Malta was minted in 2017 to commemorate Peace.
The coin’s obverse depicts two children holding the flag of peace in their hands. Above them is a dove, another symbol of Peace.
In the lower part the circular inscription MALTA and on the right the thousandth of mintage.
The author of the original drawing is Katya Muscat, a secondary school student participating in the “From children in Solidarity” programme promoted by the Malta Community Chest Fund.
On the outside are the usual 12 five-pointed stars representing the states of the European Union.
On the reverse side, the coin is identical to the other 2-euro coins.
Value of 2 Euro Commemorative Malta Coin year 2017 “Peace”
The 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2017 Peace commemorative coin has a value of €3.85.
2 Euro Malta 2018 Coin – Temples of Mnajdra
Yet another coin that represents an ancient find. Specifically, this 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2018 coin was minted in honour of the prehistoric complex of Mnajdra located not far from that of Ħaġar Qim.
The coin’s obverse depicts the prehistoric complex, while the inscription ‘MNAJDRA TEMPLES’ is at the top, facing to the right. Immediately below are the dates ‘3600 – 2500 BC’.
Also facing downwards, on the right-hand side are the initials of the author NGB.
On the lower left hand side is the inscription MALTA with the minting year underneath. Again, there are alternative versions with the mint symbol and the letter F representing France.
Around it, as usual, are the 12 five-pointed stars representing the European states.
On the reverse side, the coin is identical to all other 2-euro coins.
Value of 2 Euro Malta 2018 Coin – Temples of Mnajdra
The value of the 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2018 coin depicting the Temples of Mnajdra is €3.80.
2 Euro Malta 2018 – Solidarity with Cultural Heritage
Malta’s second-to-last 2 Euro commemorative coin was minted in 2018 to pay tribute to solidarity towards cultural heritage.
The coin’s obverse depicts a Maltese prehistoric temple with a sun at the top and two buildings: a dome and a bell tower. At the bottom is a boat with a Maltese flag plying the waters.
Above the temple is the inscription MALTA and at the bottom the minting year. The author of the original design is Nicole Dimech, a secondary school student belonging to the “From children in Solidarity” programme promoted by the Malta Community Chest Fund.
Around them are the 12 stars representing the European states.
On the reverse side, the coin is identical to all other European 2-euro coins.
Value of the 2 Euro Malta 2018 Coin – Solidarity with Cultural Heritage
The value of the 2 Euro Malta 2018 coin commemorating solidarity with cultural heritage is €4.09.
2 Euro Malta 2019 Coin – Temples of Ta Hagrat
Finally here we come to the last coin. Specifically, this 2 Euro coin was minted in 2019 to commemorate the Ta Hagrat Temples.
The coin’s obverse depicts the prehistoric complex of Ta Hagrat. Looking at the upper part of the coin, it bears the inscription ‘TA HAGRAT’ on two lines, while the dates ‘3600 – 3000 BC’ are engraved below.
The author’s initials NGB are inscribed in the bottom right-hand corner, while the word MALTA and the minting year are at the bottom.
Importantly, there is a variant with the letter F inserted in the lower star.
All around are the classic 12 stars representing the states of the European Union.
On the reverse, the coin is the same as the others with the representation of Europe.
Value of 2 Euro Malta 2019 Commemorative Coin – Temples of Ta Hagrat
- The value of the 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2019 Ta Hagrat Temples is approximately €4.
2 Euro Malta 2019 Coin – Nature and environment
Malta’s 2019 €2 commemorative coin dedicated to Nature and the Environment is part of the “From children in Solidarity” project promoted by the Malta Community Chest Fund”. Issued on 21/10/2019.
The obverse depicts a stylised apple tree with a cloud behind it on the left and the sun on the right with long rays. To the lower left are the words Malta in lower case and the minting year 2019.Nella corona esterna in nichel ci sono le 12 stelle simboliche dell’Europa.
There are no mint marks on the issues of the rolls, but there are on the coincard at the sides of the Malta inscription:
- on the right the French Mint mark, the Cornucopia.
- on the left, Yves Sampo’s pentagon.
- On the reverse side the 2 euro value side.
The author of the drawing is Joshua Stuart.
Value of the 2 Euro Malta 2019 Commemorative Coin – Nature and environment
- The value of the 2 Euro Commemorative Malta Environment 2019 is approximately €4.
2 Euro Malta 2020 Coin – Temples of Skorba
2 euro commemorative coin Malta 2020 dedicated to the Prehistoric Temples of Skorba. Coin issued on 27/7/2020.
The obverse depicts the archaeological site Skorba with the Cycladic Idol in the foreground, the Maltese emblem of the Mother Goddess. Also at the bottom but to the left is the inscription MALTA with the year of issue underneath. On the other hand, on the top right, on three lines on the right flag:
SKORBA
TEMPLES
3600-2500 BC
On the right-hand side under the ground lie the initials of Noel Galea Bason, as the author of the NGB design. In the nickel outer ring are the 12 stars of the European symbol.
There are no mintmarks in the issue of the rolls, but there are two other variants:
- The one in Brilliant Uncirculated with the F of France engraved inside the star at 6 o’clock, with no other symbols.
- The coincard with the mint and director’s symbols on either side of the vintage: cornucopia and pentagon. But without the F in the star.
On the reverse side the value of the 2 euro and the map of Europe.
Value of 2 Euro Malta Commemorative Coins 2020 – Temples of Skorba
- The value of the 2020 Malta commemorative coin dedicated to the Skorba Temples is 16€.
2 Euro Malta 2020 Coin – Games
Another coin commemorating the project “From Children in Solidarity” is the 2-euro coin of Malta, minted in 2020 and dedicated to the Games. Issued on 14/12/2020.
The obverse features a representation of traditional Maltese children’s games, such as the spinning top, marbles, kites, passju (the bell with numbers and chalk), and the bees from the well-known Maltese children’s song. At the bottom left is the year of issue, 2020, and at the top, Malta.
The reverse is the common side of the 2-euro coins.
The author in this case is Ymen Riahi.
Value of 2 Euro Malta 2020 Coin – Games
- The value of the 2 Euro Commemorative Malta 2020 Games is approximately €8.
2 Euro Malta 2021 Coin – Pandemic Covid19
Here is the 2-euro commemorative coin of Malta, issued in 2021 and dedicated to the Fight against Covid19 .
Circulation: 60,000
Issued 06/2021.
2 Euro Malta 2021 Coin – Tarxien
Here is the 2 euro commemorative coin of Malta, issued in 2021 and dedicated to Tarxien . 10/2021.
Value of 2 Euro Malta 2021 – Tarxien
- Value and quotation being updated.
Table with the value of the 2 Euro Commemorative Malta
Here are all the 2 Euro coins of Malta, with their values, prices and circulation, in a handy table.
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Arguments related to Malta Euro coins
- You can see the value, rarity and description of all Maltese divisional coins here: Malta 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.
