Euro (2002-?) Coin List
The introduction of the euro in Italy in 2002 marked a historic milestone in the country's economy and culture. This momentous change not only affected the currency in circulation, but also had a significant impact on national identity and the perception of the European Union among Italians.
Transition and adaptation to the euro
On January 1, 2002, Italy, along with 11 other European Union countries, officially adopted the euro as legal tender. The Italian lira, with its rich history of more than 140 years, gave way to the new European currency. The transition period lasted two months, during which both the lira and the euro circulated simultaneously. Italians had to adapt quickly to the new currency, learning to calculate prices and values on a completely different scale. The exchange rate was set at 1,936.27 lira per euro, which initially caused some confusion and nostalgia among the population.
Design and characteristics of Italian euro coins
Italian euro coins are distinguished by their unique designs that reflect the country's rich cultural and artistic heritage. Each denomination features a different image: the 1 cent coin shows the Castel del Monte, the 2 cent coin the Mole Antonelliana, and the 5 cent coin the Roman Colosseum. The higher value coins continue this tradition, with Leonardo da Vinci's Vitruvian Man on the 1 euro coin, and a portrait of Dante Alighieri on the 2 euro coin. These design choices not only represent Italian identity within the euro zone, but also serve as cultural ambassadors, promoting Italian heritage throughout Europe and beyond. The mintage quality and materials used on these coins reflect the high standards of the Italian Mint, upholding the country's reputation in the numismatic field.
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable Euro (2002-?) coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins list has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Old coins of Italy
To facilitate their classification, we have decided to organise the coins according to their historical period, you can consult the coins by historical numismatic categories of Italy.
Victor Manuel II 1861-1878 Umberto I 1878-1900 Victor Manuel III 1900-1946 Republic 1946-2001 Euro 2002-?Coin Catalog
Italia | 1 euro cent
Italia | 2 euro cent
Italia | 5 euro cent
Italia | 10 euro cent
Italia | 20 euro cent
Italia | 50 euro cent
Italia | 1 euro
Italia | 2 euro
Italia | 2 euro (50th Anniversary of the World Food Program)
Italia | 2 euro (1 Anniversary of the Signing of the European Constitution)
Italia | 2 euro (XX Olympic Winter Games-Turin 2006)
Italia | 10 euro cent
Italia | 20 euro cent
Italia | 50 euro cent
Italia | 1 euro
Italia | 2 euro
Italia | 10 euro (Leonardo da Vinci)
Italia | 2 euro (60th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights)
Italia | 2 euro (200th Anniversary of the Birth of Louis Braille)
Italia | 2 euro (50th Anniversary of the Treaty of Rome)
Italia | 2 euro (10th Anniversary of the Economic and Monetary Union / EMU)
Italia | 2 euro (200th Anniversary of the Birth of Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour)
Italia | 2 euro (150th Anniversary of the Unification of Italy)
Italia | 10 euro (500th Anniversary of the Birth of Giorgio Vasari)
Italia | 5 euro (180th Anniversary of the Council of State)
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