It might be hard to believe that the value of some 2 euro coins may reach up to 5000€. Usually, the price of Florinus commemorative 2 euro coins barely exceeds their denomination. Even though the euro was issued just over 20 years ago, some examples already skyrocketed in value.
This brings into question: why do some euro coins shoot up in value so much? There are different reasons behind the price of the most expensive 2 euro coins.
Read more about how your rare 2 euro coins can turn into a valuable investment. To present you with the best example we picked the five most expensive 2 euro coins.
Value: 154,95€
Why euro coins from the Vatican are so expensive? Coin collectors from all around the world value Vatican 2 Euro coins for multiple reasons. Clients choose these coins for rarity and religious associations. Some coins feature the Vatican’s Pope John Paul II who is one of the most famous figures in the history of Christianity.
These coins are quite popular in the U.S.A market. However, rare coins from the Vatican are already widely dispersed. Thus, it might take a while for you to find a coin for a reasonable price. In the meanwhile, Florinus further advances in offering their clients the most thorough variety of Vatican 2 euro coins.
Description of the coin: obverse depicts The Papal Basilica of Saint Peter, which is surrounded by the contours of the Vatican. The left side of the composition features an inscription “75 ANNO DELLO SATO” (Latin. 75 years for the country) highlighting the establishment of the state 1929-2004.St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican is the second biggest catholic church in the world. The Roman emperor Constantin the Great built the basilica in 324. The construction works continued throughout the centuries until the 17th century when the construction of the square was finalized.
Value: 695,95€
Despite being one of the smallest countries in Europe, Monaco's euro coins are the amongst most valued by coin collectors.
These expensive euro coins mark the Prince of Monaco Albert and Charlene’s 10th wedding anniversary. Prince Albert II is a member of Monaco’s royal family. He is a known representative of the community that has led the Monegasque delegation to the General Assembly of the United Nations.
He is a child of Prince Rainier II and famous American actress, Grace Kelly. The effigy of his mother, a famous actress is minted on the obverse of the world’s most expensive 2 euro coin.
Description of the coin: obverse portrays the profiles of Monaco’s Prince Albert and Princess Charlene profile. At the bottom, the composition depicts the inscription “2011 MARIAGE PRINCIER 2021“ (eng. 2011 Prince’s wedding 2021), Whereas at the top there is a country of origin “MONACO”. The reverse is a 2 euro denomination design.
Value: 1799,95€
It might come across as ironic, but this coin has gained significant value due to mint errors by manufacturers. The fault is within the edge of the coin as the inscription “DIEVS * SVĖTI * LATVIJU” (God bless Latvia) pertains to the Latvian 2 euro coin series.
The director of the cash department at the Bank of Lithuania Deivis Stankevičius reflects on the situation: “The fault appears to be in the coin’s edge. The inscription on the coin’s edge is not the correct one “Laisvė, vienybė, gerovė” (Eng: Freedom, unity, prosperity), but the Latvian one”.
According to the Bank of Lithuania, they released around 10% (500 pcs.) of the incorrect coins into circulation. At first, the coins were available for purchase for nine euros. Right now the price of the coin exceeds 1500€.
Lithuanian coin mint intended to highlight the biosphere reservoir of Žuvintas that pertains to the UNESCO heritage list.
Description of the coin: obverse depicts Žuvintas biosphere reservoir in great detail. The top of the composition portrays a flock of birds that fly above the biggest swamp of Lithuania. The swamp features small islands with preserved animal species.
The forefront portrays the Eurasian bittern that stalks The European fire-bellied toad that approaches the shore. The reverse is the usual 2 euro coin denomination design, while the edge features mint error "DIEVS * SVĖTI * LATVIJU *”. Which is a verse from the Latvian anthem.
Value: 1999,95€
Don’t lose sight of the “First Castle” Monaco euro coins. Mintage of 10 000 pcs. has granted this euro coin a prestigious reputation amongst coin collectors. The mint of Paris released this commemorative euro coin for the 800th anniversary of The Prince’s Palace of Monaco.
The history of The Prince’s Palace of Monaco dates back to 1215. During the following centuries, the different owners of the palace have shaped the residence into one of the most luxurious ones in Europe. Nowadays The Prince’s Palace became one of the hottest tourist attractions of Monaco. It allows visitors to check out the architecture of the Renaissance and Baroque periods, art galleries and take a look at royal apartments.
Description of the coin: the obverse portrays The Prince’s Palace of Monaco on the cliff that is surrounded by the wide ocean. The top of the composition depicts the country of origin “MONACO”, while the bottom features a semi-circled inscription of the legend “1215 FOUNDATION DE LA FORTERESSA” (en. 1215 establishment of the castle). The reverse depicts the usual 2€ denomination.
Value: 4749,95€
The most expensive euro coin is the 2007 Grace Kelly 2 euro coin. Why this coin is so valuable? It was the rarest 2 euro commemorative coin between 2007 and 2014 (mintage of 20 000 pcs.). This commemorative coin was one of the main catalysts that were behind the rise of value in rare 2 euro coins.
The coin appeared in circulation to commemorate the famous Princess of Monaco Grace Kelly in 2007. Around a decade ago coin collectors purchased these coins for 120€. Now the value of this coin stretches to 5000€ and beyond.
The princess of Monaco Grace Kelly was the wife of Prince Rainier III. People from both U.S.A and Monaco loved Grace Kelly. She was a popular American actress that was well known for her role in High Noon (1952). While her part in The Country Gild (1954) earned the nomination for Oscar awards. In addition, the aforementioned commemorative 2 euro coin for the wedding anniversary features the son of Grace Kelly, Prince of Monaco Albert II.
Description of the coin: the obverse portrays the effigy of Princess Grace Kelly (1929-1982). On the composition’s right, there is a minted country of origin “MONACO” and the year of release “2007” slightly above. Beneath the hair of the Princess, there are the initials of the coin’s designer “R.B.Baron”. The reverse depicts the usual 2 euro denomination digit.
Even though these coins originate from the smallest countries of Europe, they tend to be the rarest and most valued.
On top of that, the Lithuanian 2021 Žuvintas coin is an example of how a coin with a mint fault gains sensational value for its rarity.
Besides numismatic value and mint rarity, what else can the rare 2 euro coin offer you? The value of your rare 2 euro coins tends to increase gradually. Making this characteristic a considerable investment opportunity.
On the other hand, rare 2 euro coins spread widely across the market. Valuable 2 euro coins become difficult to find and the searching process consumes your time.
That is why the exclusive Florinus coin assortment proposes a wide variety of rare euro coins. Florinus store also features coins of the recent release. But can we expect the value of these coins to skyrocket as well?
