Description:
This collection showcases the complete sets of Euro coins (1 cent to 2 Euros) from the first 12 countries to adopt the Euro currency in 2002. Each country customizes the reverse side of its coins to reflect national heritage, while the obverse sides are uniform across the Eurozone.
Featured Countries:
The collection includes coins from these original 12 Euro-adopting nations:
Austria
Belgium
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Ireland
Italy
Luxembourg
Netherlands
Portugal
Spain
Coin Specifications:
Denominations:
1 Cent, 2 Cents, 5 Cents (Copper-coated steel).
10 Cents, 20 Cents, 50 Cents (Nordic gold alloy).
1 Euro, 2 Euros (Bimetallic: nickel-brass and nickel).
Diameter:
Ranges from 16.25 mm (1 cent) to 25.75 mm (2 Euros).
Key Themes on Reverse Designs:
Austria: Mozart, Edelweiss flowers.
Greece: Athenian trireme (ancient ship), Rigas Feraios, and the owl from the Athenian tetradrachm.
France: The tree of life and Marianne, a national emblem.
Germany: The Brandenburg Gate and the German eagle.
Italy: Michelangelo’s David and the Roman Colosseum.
Album Features:
Premium Leather-bound Album: Designed with labeled slots for each country’s coin set.
Clear Viewing: Each coin is carefully placed in transparent sleeves for protection and display.
Educational Value: Provides a glimpse into the cultural, historical, and artistic identity of each country.
Significance:
This collection symbolizes the unity and diversity of the Eurozone nations while preserving the distinct identities of the original 12 members. It is a must-have for collectors interested in numismatics, European history, and the story of economic integration.
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