The 2009 set of euro coins from Greece features all 8 circulating euro from the Hellenic Republic (1c, 2c, 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, 1€ & 2€). Instead of the standard 2 euro coin this set contains the commemorative 2 euro that was struck to mark the 10th anniversary of the Economic Monetary Union. Greece was one of a number of countries to issue a 2 euro commemorating this anniversary in 2009, with each featuring a common reverse design.
The set is sealed within a blister pack.
The designs of the other coins in the set are as follows: 1c - An Athenian trireme of the 5th century BC 2c - A corvette (or dromon) of the early 19th century 5c - A modern tanker, symbol of Greek enterprise 10c - Rigas Feraios, Greek writer and revolutionary 20c - Ioannis Kapodistrias, Greece's first statesman 50c - Eleftherios Venizelos, Greek politician 1€ - Picture of a 5th century BC 4 drachma coin of Athens (a coin in a coin)
Limited number available at this quality.
Type: Annual Coin Set Finish: Brilliant Uncirculated Face Value: Euro Mintage: 7500
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